How To Fix OIURV217 - & is not a valid Marketing Cost Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIURV - E&P Revenue Messages

• Message number: 217

• Message text: & is not a valid Marketing Cost Type

What causes this issue?

The entered marketing cost type does not exist in the PRA system.
However, certain marketing cost types are only valid for Oil (1) and
Condensate (3) major products, and others are only valid for Gas (2) and
NGL (4) major products.

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?

Select a valid marketing cost type from the search help provided on the
screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIURV217 - & is not a valid Marketing Cost Type ?

  The SAP error message OIURV217 indicates that the Marketing Cost Type you are trying to use is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's marketing or cost management modules, where specific cost types are defined for various marketing activities.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Type: The Marketing Cost Type you are trying to enter does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The cost type may not be assigned to the relevant marketing area or may not be activated in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typographical error in the cost type you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified Marketing Cost Type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Type: Verify that the Marketing Cost Type you are entering is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant SAP module (e.g., SAP Marketing or SAP Controlling).
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the Marketing Cost Type is properly configured in the system. This may involve:
  
  Navigating to the configuration settings for Marketing Cost Types.
  Ensuring that the cost type is active and assigned to the correct marketing area.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check for any typographical errors in the cost type you are entering.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the Marketing Cost Type. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring and using Marketing Cost Types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to access the configuration settings for Marketing Cost Types, such as SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OIURV217 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.