How To Fix OIUCA018 - Material can only be specified for NGL's.

OIUCA018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUCA - E&P Contract Alloaction

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Material can only be specified for NGL's.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUCA018 - Material can only be specified for NGL's. ?

  The SAP error message OIUCA018, which states "Material can only be specified for NGL's," typically occurs in the context of the Oil and Gas industry within SAP, particularly when dealing with the management of materials in the context of Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs).
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to assign a material that is not classified as an NGL to a transaction or process that specifically requires NGL materials. The system is designed to enforce certain business rules, and this error indicates that the material in question does not meet the criteria for NGL classification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Material Classification: Check the material you are trying to use and ensure that it is indeed classified as an NGL. You can do this by reviewing the material master data in SAP.
  
  
  Use Correct Material: If the material is not an NGL, you will need