How To Fix O3278 - AGA8:Error code 11: Method was not 1 or 2

O3278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 278

• Message text: AGA8:Error code 11: Method was not 1 or 2

What causes this issue?

The method specifies which gross method is used for the calculation of
the compression factor. "1" or "2" are valid entries.

System Response

The QCI (Quantity Conversion Interface) stops processing.

How to fix this error?

Within customizing, check if the conversion group has set the correct
flag for the c-code call: <DS:TRAN.O588>Display conversion group
settings</>: Gas conversion handling indicator has to be set to 1 or 2.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3278 - AGA8:Error code 11: Method was not 1 or 2 ?

  The SAP error message O3278 AGA8: "Error code 11: Method was not 1 or 2" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) or when dealing with specific functionalities in SAP modules, such as Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or other areas where methods are defined for processing.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that a method being called or referenced in the program does not match the expected values. Specifically, it suggests that the method should be either 1 or 2, but the value being passed is different. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The method being referenced may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The input data or parameters being passed to the method may be incorrect or invalid.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements, there may be a bug or logic error in the code that is causing the wrong method