How To Fix OQ_B250 - Material handling group cannot be changed to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Material handling group cannot be changed to &1

What causes this issue?

This error occurs when an attempt is made to change the material
handling group to &V1&.

System Response

The system does not allow the change when there are materials defined
in the meter / material assignment data section within location master
maintenance that are not defined in the new material handling group,
&V1&.

How to fix this error?

There are two possibilities:
1.) Delete material &V2& from the meter material assignment data
section and then change the material handling group within the location
master.
2.) Assign material &V2& to material handling group &V1& with
transaction O3RAM1.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_B250 - Material handling group cannot be changed to &1 ?

  The SAP error message OQ_B250, which states "Material handling group cannot be changed to &1," typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the material handling group of a material in a way that is not allowed by the system. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow changes to the material handling group. For example, if the material is blocked or marked for deletion.
  Stock Levels: If there are existing stock levels for the material, the system may restrict changes to certain fields, including the material handling group.
  Dependencies: The material handling group may be linked to other configurations or settings in the system that prevent changes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material handling group.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict changes to the material handling group based on business rules.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material. If it is blocked or marked for deletion, you may need to change its status before attempting to modify the material handling group.
  Review Stock Levels: Ensure that there are no stock levels for the material. If there are, you may need to clear the stock or perform a stock transfer before making changes.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies or configurations that may be preventing the change. This may involve checking related master data or settings in the system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand any specific business rules or configurations that may apply to your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material) to attempt the change, or MM03 (Display Material) to review the current settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.