How To Fix O8553 - The dangerous goods checks are not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O8 - IS-Oil: TD Transportation and Distribution

• Message number: 553

• Message text: The dangerous goods checks are not active

What causes this issue?

You tried to perform the dangerous goods check but the dangerous goods
checks are not active.

System Response

The system does not perform the dangerous goods checks.

How to fix this error?

To activate the dangerous goods check, set the <ZK>Checks active</>
indicator in Customizing for <ZK>Environment, Health & Safety</>. To do
this, choose <ZK>Dangerous Goods Management</> -> <ZK>Dangerous Goods
Checks and Dangerous Goods Documents/EDI</> -> <ZK>
<DS:SIMG.GGA_300_100>Activate Dangerous Goods Checks</></>.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O8553 - The dangerous goods checks are not active ?

  The SAP error message O8553, "The dangerous goods checks are not active," typically occurs when the system is configured to handle dangerous goods, but the necessary settings or configurations to perform the checks are not activated. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of sales orders, delivery documents, or when processing materials that are classified as dangerous goods.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The dangerous goods management functionality may not be activated in the system configuration.
  Material Master Data: The material being processed may not have the necessary dangerous goods data maintained in the material master.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be configured to perform dangerous goods checks.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform dangerous goods checks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error O8553, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Dangerous Goods Checks:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics > Logistics Execution > Dangerous Goods Management > Basic Settings.
  Ensure that the dangerous goods checks are activated for the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Dangerous Goods" views to ensure that the dangerous goods data is correctly maintained for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the specific document type you are using (e.g., sales order, delivery).
  Ensure that the document type is set up to perform dangerous goods checks.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform dangerous goods checks. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the dangerous goods checks are now active and functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Dangerous Goods Management for detailed configuration steps and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to dangerous goods management.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in logistics and dangerous goods handling to ensure they understand the processes and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant specializing in SAP logistics and dangerous goods management.