How To Fix OIUCM863 - Entity Type cannot be changed. Vendor is being used in PRA Ownership.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Entity Type cannot be changed. Vendor is being used in PRA Ownership.

What causes this issue?

The entity type identifies the vendor as being an E&P owner.
Without the entity type, the vendor cannot be used in the E&P
system for ownership. Also, without the entity type, the related E
&P company code dependent data cannot be set up either.

System Response

This vendor is being used as an Owner in the E&P system as part
of a Division of Interest. Therefore, the entity code that defines the
type of owner, cannot be changed.

How to fix this error?

As long as E&P data exists for this vendor, the entity type
cannot be changed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUCM863 - Entity Type cannot be changed. Vendor is being used in PRA Ownership. ?

  The SAP error message OIUCM863, which states "Entity Type cannot be changed. Vendor is being used in PRA Ownership," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Oil and Gas (O&G) module, particularly when dealing with the management of ownership and vendor entities in the Production Revenue Accounting (PRA) component.
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is an attempt to change the entity type of a vendor that is currently being utilized in PRA ownership records. In SAP, certain entities (like vendors) are linked to specific ownership structures, and changing the entity type can disrupt the integrity of the data and relationships established in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check PRA Ownership Records: Verify if the vendor in question is indeed linked to any PRA ownership records. You can do this by navigating to the relevant PRA transaction codes or reports that display ownership information.
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If the vendor is linked to PRA ownership, you will need to either:
  
  Remove the vendor from the ownership records, or
  Change the ownership structure to no longer reference this vendor.
  
  
  
  Change Entity Type: Once the vendor is no longer associated with any PRA ownership records, you should be able to change the entity type without encountering the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the entity type or how to manage ownership records, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the system to ensure that the changes have been applied correctly and that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to PRA and vendor management, such as OIU_PRA_OWNERSHIP or OIU_VENDOR.
  Data Integrity: Always ensure that changes made in the system maintain data integrity and do not affect other related processes or records.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the situation is complex, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Oil and Gas solutions.