How To Fix OIJ_EL_PD009 - Location & is not a refinery.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_EL_PD - production data application messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Location & is not a refinery.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_EL_PD009 - Location & is not a refinery. ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_EL_PD009, which states "Location & is not a refinery," typically occurs in the context of SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) when a user attempts to perform an operation that is specific to refinery locations, but the specified location is not classified as a refinery in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Location Type: The location you are trying to use is not set up as a refinery in the SAP system. This could be due to incorrect master data configuration.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a location that is not a refinery.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not have the correct configuration or master data for the location in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Location Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the location in question. Ensure that it is correctly classified as a refinery in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., OIJ location master data) and reviewing the details.
  
  
  
  Correct the Location:
  
  If the location is indeed not a refinery, you will need to select a valid refinery location for the operation you are trying to perform.
  If the location should be a refinery, you may need to update the master data to reflect this.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the location types are correctly defined.
  If you are not familiar with the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to select the correct locations for their operations to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing location master data, such as OIJ_LC or similar.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Oil and Gas operations for more context on location types and their classifications.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OIJ_EL_PD009 error and ensure that the correct locations are used in your operations.