How To Fix OB090 - Transfer indicator & of the material not = to transf. ind. of header

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Transfer indicator & of the material not = to transf. ind. of header

What causes this issue?

The material/oil-specific view has a different transfer indicator than
the transfer indicator in the transfer header.

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?

Use a transfer indicator which is the same for both the material/oil-
specific view and the transfer header.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB090 - Transfer indicator & of the material not = to transf. ind. of header ?

  The SAP error message OB090, which states "Transfer indicator & of the material not = to transf. ind. of header," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and inventory management when there is a mismatch between the transfer indicator of a material and the transfer indicator of the document header in a transfer posting or goods movement.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Transfer Indicators: The transfer indicator for the material being processed does not match the transfer indicator defined in the document header. This can happen if the material master data has been changed or if there are inconsistencies in the configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the material master or the document type configuration may not align, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the posting process can also lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the transfer indicator for the material in question. Ensure it is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Document Header:
  
  Check the document header for the transfer posting or goods movement. Ensure that the transfer indicator in the header matches the one in the material master.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If there are discrepancies in the configuration settings, you may need to adjust the settings in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., OBY6 for document types, OMWD for transfer postings).
  
  
  
  Repost the Document:
  
  If the error occurred during a posting, you may need to reverse the document and repost it after ensuring that the transfer indicators match.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transfer Indicator: This is a field in the material master that indicates how the material should be treated during transfer postings. It can affect how inventory is managed and how financial postings are made.
  Document Types: Different document types in SAP may have specific configurations that dictate how materials are handled during postings. Ensure that the document type used for the transaction is configured correctly.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and OBY6 (Document Type Configuration) for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OB090 error in SAP.