How To Fix OIUPR232 - Identical materials not allowed for VT calc production or total injection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUPR - PRA Production Messages

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Identical materials not allowed for VT calc production or total injection

What causes this issue?

Allocated Networks cannot contain identical child materials when one of
the child materials has a VT of calculated production or total
injection.

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 OIUPR232 - Identical materials not allowed for VT calc production or total injection ?

  The SAP error message OIUPR232 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of materials in the context of a specific process, likely related to the valuation and calculation of production or total injection in the SAP system. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system does not allow identical materials to be processed together in a certain context, such as during a valuation (VT) calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Identical Materials: The error occurs when the system detects that two or more materials being processed are identical, which is not permitted for the specific operation you are trying to perform (e.g., valuation calculation or total injection).
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may be set to disallow identical materials in certain processes to prevent data inconsistencies or errors in calculations.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as incorrect settings or missing information that leads to the system treating materials as identical.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master records for the materials involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies that would cause them to be treated as identical.
  Modify the Process: If possible, modify the process to avoid using identical materials together. This may involve splitting the transaction into separate parts or using different materials.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to material handling in the context of valuation calculations. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the specific scenario you are encountering.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the error message OIUPR232 for additional insights and potential fixes.
  Error Handling: If the error persists, consider implementing error handling procedures to manage the situation, such as logging the error and notifying relevant personnel for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and OIAE (Material Type Configuration).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.