How To Fix 06365 - Please adjust base unit and conversion factor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 365

• Message text: Please adjust base unit and conversion factor

What causes this issue?

The <GL:base_unit_of_measure>base unit</> from
<GL:purchasing_info_record>info record</> (&V1&) differs from that of
the <GL:material_master_record>material master record</> (&V2&).

How to fix this error?

Check the correctness of the conversion of the <GL:order_unit>order
unit</> into the base unit.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06365 - Please adjust base unit and conversion factor ?

  The SAP error message "06365 - Please adjust base unit and conversion factor" typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with units of measure in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the base unit of measure and the conversion factors defined for a material.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Units of Measure: The base unit of measure for a material does not match the conversion factors defined for that material. For example, if the base unit is set to "KG" (kilograms) but the conversion factor to another unit (like "LBS" for pounds) is not correctly defined, this error may occur.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the material master or the unit of measure settings may not be properly aligned, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation or modification of material master data can lead to incorrect base units or conversion factors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 for change or MM03 for display).
  Verify the base unit of measure and ensure it is correctly defined.
  Check the conversion factors for other units of measure associated with the material.
  
  
  
  Adjust Conversion Factors:
  
  If the base unit is correct, ensure that the conversion factors for all other units of measure are accurately defined. You can do this in the "Units of Measure" tab in the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction code OMN1 (for defining units of measure) or OMN2 (for defining conversion factors).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on managing units of measure and material master data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting the transaction that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMN1: Define Units of Measure
  OMN2: Define Conversion Factors
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and unit of measure settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message "06365 - Please adjust base unit and conversion factor" in SAP.