How To Fix OC260 - Storage object characteristics taken over from location &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OC - IS-Oil: BDRP Bulk Distribution Requirement Planning messages

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Storage object characteristics taken over from location &

What causes this issue?

The customer has been linked to the location &V1& as a business
partner. The storage object characteristics therefore are taken over
from this location.

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

System Response

The system displays the storage object characteristics for location
&V1&.

How to fix this error?

If you want to maintain the storage object characteristics you have to
maintain the location &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OC260 - Storage object characteristics taken over from location & ?

  The SAP error message OC260 indicates that the system is unable to process a storage object because the characteristics of that storage object are being inherited from a location. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management or inventory management within SAP, where storage objects (like bins or storage types) have specific characteristics that can be defined at different levels.
  Cause:
  
  Inheritance of Characteristics: The storage object is trying to inherit characteristics from a location that may not be properly defined or is incompatible with the current operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the storage location or the storage type settings in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the storage location or the storage object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the storage location and the storage object. Ensure that the characteristics are correctly defined and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the storage location and the storage object. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Adjust Inheritance Settings: If applicable, adjust the settings for how characteristics are inherited from the location to the storage object. This may involve changing settings in the warehouse management configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message OC260 and related configuration settings.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, LX01 for warehouse management, and MM03 for material master data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error OC260 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the OC260 error and implement a solution to resolve it.