How To Fix OB003 - Event type & not valid; check your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Event type & not valid; check your entry

What causes this issue?

Invalid transaction type in table OIH03.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Only entries from tables T158V and T161 can be used. Please only use
entries from those tables.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB003 - Event type & not valid; check your entry ?

  The SAP error message OB003 ("Event type & not valid; check your entry") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when you are trying to post a transaction that involves an event type that is not recognized by the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or other areas where event types are used.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Event Type: The event type you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The event type may not be assigned to the relevant transaction or may not be active in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified event type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the event type entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Event Type: Verify that the event type you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the event types configured in the system.
  
  
  Configuration: If the event type is not configured, you may need to create or modify it in the system.
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Asset Accounting) and ensure that the event type is defined and active.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the event type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the entry for any typographical errors. Ensure that the event type is entered correctly as per the system's configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the event types relevant to your transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBY6: Configuration for event types.
  AS01: Create Asset.
  AS02: Change Asset.
  AS03: Display Asset.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message OB003.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the OB003 error message in SAP.