How To Fix O5211 - Quantity restriction message type is missing.

O5211 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O5 - IS-Oil: MCOE message pool

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Quantity restriction message type is missing.

What causes this issue?

No message type was entered after switching on the restriction for the
quantity field.

System Response

You must enter a message type.

How to fix this error?

Set the message type to 'E' for error mode, 'W' for warning mode, or
'I' for information mode. This determines the type of message used for
checking the contract restriction on the quantity field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O5211 - Quantity restriction message type is missing. ?

  The SAP error message O5211, which states "Quantity restriction message type is missing," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a relevant message type for quantity restrictions, which can affect various transactions, such as goods movements, inventory adjustments, or stock transfers.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the message type for quantity restrictions has not been configured in the system. This can happen if the system has been recently implemented or if changes have been made to the configuration settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Message Control Settings: The message control settings for the relevant application area may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of the required message type.
  
  
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may inadvertently interfere with standard message types.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
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