How To Fix OIUCM159 - Well Status/Major Workover Downtime reason incorrect for this WBS element

OIUCM159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUCM - E&P Common Messages Across All Sub-Systems

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Well Status/Major Workover Downtime reason incorrect for this WBS element

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUCM159 - Well Status/Major Workover Downtime reason incorrect for this WBS element ?

  The SAP error message OIUCM159 indicates that there is an issue with the Well Status or Major Workover Downtime reason associated with a specific Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of Oil and Gas operations, particularly when managing well data and associated downtime.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The WBS element may not be properly configured to accept the specified Well Status or Major Workover Downtime reason.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mismatch between the Well Status or Downtime reason entered and what is allowed for that specific WBS element.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the Well Status or Downtime reason may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to update or change the status or downtime reason for the WBS element.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the WBS element is correctly configured