How To Fix OIUPR227 - Formula not allowed for selected Volume Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUPR - PRA Production Messages

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Formula not allowed for selected Volume Type

What causes this issue?

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<DS:NA.OIUPR227>&V2&</> , <DS:NA.OIUPR227>&V3&</> ,
<DS:NA.OIUPR227>&V4&</>.

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 OIUPR227 - Formula not allowed for selected Volume Type ?

  The SAP error message OIUPR227, which states "Formula not allowed for selected Volume Type," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Oil and Gas (O&G) module, particularly when dealing with volume calculations or pricing formulas in the context of production or inventory management.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Volume Type: The formula you are trying to use is not compatible with the selected volume type. Different volume types (e.g., actual, estimated, or forecasted) may have specific formulas that can be applied to them.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the formula is not correctly assigned to the volume type in the customizing settings.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Formula: The formula you are trying to apply may not be defined correctly in the system or may not exist for the selected volume type.
  
  
  User Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain formulas with specific volume types.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OIUPR227 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Volume Type: Verify that the volume type you are using is compatible with the formula you are trying to apply. Consult the documentation or configuration settings to ensure that the formula is allowed for that volume type.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction SPRO) and check the configuration for volume types and formulas. Ensure that the formula is correctly assigned to the volume type in question.
  
  
  Define or Adjust Formula: If the formula is missing or incorrectly defined, you may need to create or adjust it. This can typically be done in the relevant configuration area for formulas in the O&G module.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to use the formula with the selected volume type. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the formulas and volume types applicable in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OIUPR (for production-related activities) and others that may be involved in volume management.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OIUPR227 error and implement a suitable solution.