How To Fix 1M168 - Error in product Customizing: several units for time periods &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1M - BKK: Abschluß

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Error in product Customizing: several units for time periods &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1M168 - Error in product Customizing: several units for time periods &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1M168, which states "Error in product Customizing: several units for time periods &1," typically occurs in the context of product master data or product configuration in SAP. This error indicates that there are multiple units of measure defined for the same time period in the product's configuration, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Units of Measure: The primary cause of this error is that the product has been configured with more than one unit of measure for the same time period. For example, if you have defined both "days" and "weeks" as units of measure for the same time frame, SAP will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the product configuration settings, particularly in the area of time-based units of measure.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the setup of product master data can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Product Configuration: Go to the product master data and check the configuration for the relevant product. Look specifically at the units of measure defined for the time periods.
  Remove Duplicate Units: If you find multiple units of measure for the same time period, you will need to remove or consolidate them to ensure that only one unit of measure is defined for each time period.
  Check Customizing Settings: If you have access to the customizing settings, verify that the settings for units of measure and time periods are correctly defined and do not allow for multiple entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure product master data and units of measure.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to access and modify product master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product master data and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, 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 resolve the error message 1M168 and ensure that your product configuration is set up correctly.