How To Fix OB083 - Handling type and excise duty pricing indicator are not applicable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Handling type and excise duty pricing indicator are not applicable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB083 - Handling type and excise duty pricing indicator are not applicable ?

  The SAP error message OB083, which states "Handling type and excise duty pricing indicator are not applicable," typically occurs in the context of configuring handling units and excise duties in the SAP system. This error can arise when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the handling type or the excise duty pricing indicator settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Handling Type: The handling type defined in the system may not be compatible with the excise duty pricing indicator being used.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to handling units or excise duties in the SAP system.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like material master or vendor master) may not be set up correctly to support the handling type and excise duty pricing indicator.
  Incompatibility: The combination of handling type and excise duty pricing indicator may not be valid for the specific transaction or material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for