How To Fix OIJ_TSW_05153 - Combination of Location &1 Material &2 From Date &3 is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_TSW_05 -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Combination of Location &1 Material &2 From Date &3 is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_TSW_05153 - Combination of Location &1 Material &2 From Date &3 is blocked ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_TSW_05153 indicates that a specific combination of location, material, and date is blocked in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Oil and Gas or similar industries where materials and locations are managed closely.
  Cause:
  
  Blocked Status: The material at the specified location may be marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons such as quality issues, inventory discrepancies, or administrative decisions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent transactions for that specific combination of location and material.
  Date Constraints: The date specified may fall within a period where transactions are not allowed, such as a closed period or a period with specific restrictions.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may have been set up incorrectly, leading to restrictions on its availability for certain locations or dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Block Status: 
  
  Navigate to the material master record for the specified material and check if it is marked as blocked. If it is, you may need to unblock it or resolve the underlying issue that caused the block.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the material and location. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent transactions for the specified combination.
  
  
  
  Validate Date:
  
  Ensure that the date you are trying to use is valid and that the system allows transactions for that date. If the date is within a closed period, you may need to open the period or adjust your transaction date.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that the material is correctly set up for the location in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling blocked materials and locations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or OIJ (Oil and Gas specific transactions) to investigate the issue further.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the material and location data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.