How To Fix OB085 - Handling type and excise duty pricing key only with source of supply

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Handling type and excise duty pricing key only with source of supply

What causes this issue?

You have not entered the vendor for the purchase requisition. When a
purchase order has already been allocated, you must enter a handling
type and ED pricing key

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Specify the vendor who would handle this purchase requisition (Fixed
Vend in Procurement Options). The handling type and ED pricing key are
then defaulted. You can overwrite these defaults.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB085 - Handling type and excise duty pricing key only with source of supply ?

  The SAP error message OB085 typically relates to issues with handling types and excise duty pricing keys in the context of materials management and procurement processes. This error often arises when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the settings related to the handling of excise duties in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The error can occur if the handling type and excise duty pricing key are not properly configured in the system. This can happen if the settings do not align with the source of supply (e.g., vendor, purchase order).
  Missing Data: If the necessary data for handling types or excise duty pricing keys is missing or incorrectly set up in the material master or vendor master records, it can lead to this error.
  Incompatibility: The handling type may not be compatible with the excise duty pricing key being used, leading to conflicts during transaction processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for handling types and excise duty pricing keys in the SAP system. Ensure that they are correctly set up according to the business requirements.
  
  Navigate to the configuration path: SPRO > Logistics - General > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Handling Types and Define Excise Duty Pricing Keys.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that the material master and vendor master records have the correct handling type and excise duty pricing key assigned. You can do this by:
  
  Checking the material master data using transaction code MM03.
  Checking the vendor master data using transaction code XK03 or MK03.
  
  
  
  Source of Supply: Ensure that the source of supply (vendor or purchase order) is correctly defined and that it matches the handling type and excise duty pricing key being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on handling types and excise duty pricing keys to ensure compliance with the required configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs during the relevant transactions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), XK03 (Display Vendor), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to troubleshoot and verify data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to OB085 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may affect the handling of excise duties.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP MM (Materials Management) for further assistance.