How To Fix O3296 - AGA8:Error code 33: Flowing (material) temperature is out of range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 296

• Message text: AGA8:Error code 33: Flowing (material) temperature is out of range

What causes this issue?

The flowing temperature is out of the valid range for the AGA c-code.

System Response

The QCI (Quantity Conversion Interface) stops processing.

How to fix this error?

Enter a temperature in the correct range.
The valid range is according to the AGA c-code documentation:
-200 < T / ?Fahrenheit < 760 ,
or approx.
-129 < T / ?Celsius < 404 .

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3296 - AGA8:Error code 33: Flowing (material) temperature is out of range ?

  The SAP error message O3296 AGA8: "Error code 33: Flowing (material) temperature is out of range" typically occurs in the context of process industries, particularly when dealing with materials that have specific temperature requirements for processing or handling. This error indicates that the temperature of the material being processed is outside the acceptable range defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Temperature Settings: The temperature limits for the material may not be correctly defined in the material master data or in the process configuration.
  Process Conditions: The actual temperature of the material being processed may exceed the defined limits due to equipment malfunction, incorrect settings, or environmental factors.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the material handling or processing stages can lead to this error.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the specific temperature ranges for the materials being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specific material to ensure that the temperature limits are correctly defined. This can be done in transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Verify Process Parameters: Check the process parameters and ensure that the equipment is set up to handle the required temperature ranges. This may involve checking the settings in the production order or the relevant process instructions.
  Monitor Actual Temperature: Use temperature monitoring tools to ensure that the actual temperature of the material is within the acceptable range. If the temperature is out of range, take corrective actions to bring it back within limits.
  Review System Configuration: If the error persists, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to review the system configuration and ensure that it aligns with the operational requirements.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that all personnel involved in the handling and processing of materials are trained on the importance of temperature control and the implications of this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module you are using (e.g., SAP PP, SAP PM) to understand how temperature control is managed within the system.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.