How To Fix OIJ_IF173 - Vehicle &1 not available. Blocked by nomination &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_IF - OIL TSW: Messages for TSW Interfaces Layer

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Vehicle &1 not available. Blocked by nomination &2

What causes this issue?

The vehicle &V1& is not available in the requested time frame.
1.) Within an overlapping period, it is used by nomination &V2&.
2.) It is also possible, that the currently checked nomination and
nomination &V2& are not overlapping, but if the start location of the
second nomination is different from the end location of the previous
nomination for the same vehicle, and according the the fastest route it
is not possible to be back in time, the vehicle is also not avilable.

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

See nomination &V2& for conflicting locations & dates:
Conflicting start location: &V3&
Conflicting end Location: &V4&

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the vehicle assignment and the scheduled dates as well as the
route for the current nomination and the conflicting / overlapping
nominations and adapt them.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_IF173 - Vehicle &1 not available. Blocked by nomination &2 ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_IF173, which states "Vehicle &1 not available. Blocked by nomination &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) module. This error indicates that a specific vehicle (identified by &1) is not available for use because it is blocked due to a nomination (identified by &2). 
  Cause:
  
  Nomination Blocking: The vehicle is currently assigned to a nomination that prevents it from being used for other operations. This could be due to the vehicle being in transit, under maintenance, or otherwise occupied.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that are causing the vehicle to be incorrectly marked as unavailable.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in the data entry process, such as incorrect vehicle or nomination IDs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Nomination Status: Review the status of the nomination associated with the vehicle. If the nomination is still active, you may need to wait until it is completed or released.
  Release the Vehicle: If the vehicle is incorrectly blocked, you may need to release it from the nomination. This can typically be done by accessing the nomination details and modifying the assignment.
  Verify Vehicle Availability: Ensure that the vehicle is indeed available for use. Check for any maintenance schedules or other assignments that may be affecting its availability.
  Consult with the Team: If you are unsure about the status of the nomination or the vehicle, consult with your logistics or operations team to clarify the situation.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP support team to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP OIJ, such as those for managing nominations, vehicles, and logistics.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals specific to the OIJ module for detailed procedures on managing vehicles and nominations.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support or your organization's SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.