How To Fix OC865 - Dip readings exist after & for the material & so validity can't be ended

OC865 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 865

• Message text: Dip readings exist after & for the material & so validity can't be ended

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OC865 - Dip readings exist after & for the material & so validity can't be ended ?

  The SAP error message OC865 indicates that there are existing dip readings for a material, which prevents the validity period from being ended. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or materials management, particularly when dealing with materials that have been measured or monitored for stock levels.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to end the validity of a material (for example, in a stock management or inventory process) while there are still recorded dip readings associated with that material. Dip readings are measurements taken to assess the quantity of material in storage, often used in tank management or similar scenarios.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Dip Readings: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MB51 or MB5B to review the existing dip readings for the material in question. This will help you identify the readings that are preventing the validity from being ended.
  
  
  
  Delete or Adjust