How To Fix OB018 - No valid handling type exists in external excise duty rates table

OB018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No valid handling type exists in external excise duty rates table

What causes this issue?

Wrong handling type

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please use handling type of maintain Table OIH01

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB018 - No valid handling type exists in external excise duty rates table ?

  The SAP error message OB018, which states "No valid handling type exists in external excise duty rates table," typically occurs in the context of excise duty calculations in SAP, particularly when dealing with external excise duty rates. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid handling type for the excise duty rates that are required for processing a transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The handling type for excise duty may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the configuration.
  Incorrect Excise Duty Rates: The external excise duty rates table may not have the necessary entries for the specific materials or transactions being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that is being referenced, such as incorrect material master data or missing tax codes.
  Version Issues: If there are multiple versions of the