How To Fix OIUPR173 - Volume Type must be Measured Production or Allocation Volume

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUPR - PRA Production Messages

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Volume Type must be Measured Production or Allocation Volume

What causes this issue?

If MP Type is Allocation Meter or Production Meter and Volume Indicator
is required or optional, then Volume Type must be Measured Production
or Allocation Volume; except for the following cases:
1) if the major product is 4 (NGL) and the Volume Type is NGL
Production
or
2) if the MP is a plant inlet and the Volume Type is NGL Production
or Meter Plant Inlet

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUPR173 - Volume Type must be Measured Production or Allocation Volume ?

  The SAP error message OIUPR173, which states "Volume Type must be Measured Production or Allocation Volume," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Oil and Gas or Production Planning modules. This error indicates that the system expects a specific volume type for a transaction or process, but the provided volume type does not meet the required criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Volume Type: The volume type being used in the transaction is not set to "Measured Production" or "Allocation Volume." This can happen if the wrong volume type is selected or if the configuration does not align with the expected types.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to recognize the volume types that are required for the specific process.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in data entry where an incorrect volume type is being inputted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Volume Type: Verify the volume type being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is set to either "Measured Production" or "Allocation Volume."
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for volume types in the relevant module (e.g., Oil and Gas, Production Planning). Ensure that the volume types are correctly defined and that the system is configured to accept the required types.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the volume type in the transaction and try again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the volume types and their usage in your context.
  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:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to volume management in SAP, as they may provide insights into where the error is occurring.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transaction, as sometimes restrictions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OIUPR173 error and implement a solution to resolve it.