How To Fix OIUPR696 - FATAL: WC PROFILE FOR & DOES NOT PERMIT THE ALLOC OF BEG INV

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUPR - PRA Production Messages

• Message number: 696

• Message text: FATAL: WC PROFILE FOR & DOES NOT PERMIT THE ALLOC OF BEG INV

What causes this issue?

THE CURRENT WC IS NOT CONFIGURED TO BE ALLOCATED THE INVENTORY PRODUCT

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 OIUPR696 - FATAL: WC PROFILE FOR & DOES NOT PERMIT THE ALLOC OF BEG INV ?

  The SAP error message OIUPR696, which states "FATAL: WC PROFILE FOR & DOES NOT PERMIT THE ALLOC OF BEG INV," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and allocation processes within SAP. This error indicates that the Work Center (WC) profile associated with the specified item does not allow for the allocation of beginning inventory (BEG INV).
  Cause:
  
  Work Center Profile Configuration: The Work Center profile for the specified item may not be configured to allow the allocation of beginning inventory. This could be due to settings that restrict certain types of inventory movements or allocations.
  Inventory Management Settings: There may be specific settings in the inventory management module that prevent the allocation of beginning inventory for certain materials or under certain conditions.
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the item in question may not be set up correctly, leading to restrictions on how inventory can be allocated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Work Center Profile: Review the configuration of the Work Center profile associated with the item. Ensure that it is set up to allow the allocation of beginning inventory. This may involve adjusting settings in the profile to permit such allocations.
  Review Inventory Management Settings: Look into the inventory management settings to ensure that there are no restrictions on allocating beginning inventory for the specific material or under the current conditions.
  Material Master Data Review: Verify the material master data for the item. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly populated and that there are no restrictions that would prevent the allocation of beginning inventory.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring Work Center profiles and inventory management settings.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the allocation of beginning inventory is now permitted and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OMI1 (for Work Center Profiles) or MM02 (to change material master data) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the allocation has the necessary authorizations to perform the action, as restrictions in user roles can also lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or support team for further assistance.