How To Fix 06266 - Order unit adopted from info record in & item(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Order unit adopted from info record in & item(s)

What causes this issue?

In some items, the order unit was adopted from the
<GL:purchasing_info_record>purchasing info record</>.

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?

Check the order unit(s) for correctness.
If you wish to order in a different unit of measure than the one that
is defined in the info record, you must either
maintain the order unit of the info record, or
maintain the indicator "Variable unit of measure" in the info record.
You can then order in any of the units that are defined in the material
master record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06266 - Order unit adopted from info record in & item(s) ?

  The SAP error message "06266 Order unit adopted from info record in & item(s)" typically occurs in the context of purchasing and material management when creating a purchase order (PO) or a purchase requisition. This message indicates that the order unit for the item(s) in question has been taken from the info record instead of the default unit of measure defined in the material master.
  Cause:
  
  Info Record Settings: The info record for the material and vendor combination has a specific order unit defined that differs from the default unit of measure in the material master.
  Material Master Configuration: The material master may have a different base unit of measure, but the info record specifies an alternative order unit.
  Purchase Order Creation: When creating a purchase order, if the system finds an info record with a defined order unit, it will adopt that unit for the order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Info Record: Check the info record for the material and vendor combination to see what order unit is defined. You can do this by using transaction code ME13 (Display Info Record).
  Adjust Info Record: If the order unit in the info record is not appropriate, you can modify it using transaction code ME12 (Change Info Record) to align it with your requirements.
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly set.
  Override Order Unit: If necessary, you can manually override the order unit in the purchase order screen, but be cautious as this may lead to inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the info record or material master, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME13: Display Info Record
  ME12: Change Info Record
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Units of Measure: Familiarize yourself with how units of measure are defined in SAP, including base units, order units, and alternative units.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or recommendations from SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the correct order unit is being used for your purchase order items.