How To Fix OQ_B163 - Data section &1, field &2 does not exist or has the wrong BT relevance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_B - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Service Station Base

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Data section &1, field &2 does not exist or has the wrong BT relevance

What causes this issue?

This error is produced when an attempt is made to define a new lead
business type (BT) for a field.

System Response

The system did not accept the values.

How to fix this error?

Please check your entries first.
One reason could be that the data section &V1& is invalid, or field
name &V2& is invalid (not defined by SAP in table OIFSCTFDDEFS, nor by
the customer for customer-own fields in table OIFSCTFDDEFC). The other
reason could be that the field exists, but is not of business type
relevance of '2' or '5'. A lead business type can be assigned only for
those business type indicators.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_B163 - Data section &1, field &2 does not exist or has the wrong BT relevance ?

  The SAP error message OQ_B163 indicates that there is an issue with a specific data section and field in the context of batch management or batch determination. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the specified field or when the field does not have the correct batch management relevance (BT relevance).
  Cause:
  
  Field Does Not Exist: The specified field in the data section may not exist in the database or the data structure being referenced.
  Wrong BT Relevance: The field may exist but is not configured correctly for batch management. This could mean that the field is not marked as relevant for batch determination or does not meet the criteria for batch processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the batch management settings in the system, such as incorrect settings in the material master or batch management configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to fail to recognize the field or its relevance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Existence: Verify that the field specified in the error message exists in the relevant data structure. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (SE11) or the relevant table.
  Review Batch Management Configuration: Ensure that the field is correctly configured for batch management. This may involve checking the material master settings (MM02) and ensuring that the field is marked as relevant for batch management.
  Adjust Data Section: If the data section is custom or modified, ensure that it is correctly defined and that all fields are properly mapped and configured.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to batch management and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program execution to identify where the error is occurring and gather more context about the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves standard SAP functionality.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and OMC1 (Batch Management Configuration).
  Batch Management: Understand the principles of batch management in SAP, including how batch determination works and the importance of field relevance.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message OQ_B163 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message OQ_B163 effectively.