How To Fix 5N872 - Any unit entered for this special provision is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 872

• Message text: Any unit entered for this special provision is invalid

What causes this issue?

You have entered a unit for this subtype record. This is, however,
invalid for <LS>Canada Provision </>(0002).

System Response

The infotype record cannot be stored.

How to fix this error?

Delete the unit entered and save the record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N872 - Any unit entered for this special provision is invalid ?

  The SAP error message 5N872 ("Any unit entered for this special provision is invalid") typically occurs in the context of handling special provisions in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials, logistics, or sales processes. This error indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) entered for a specific special provision is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure entered does not exist in the system or is not defined for the specific special provision.
  Configuration Issues: The special provision may not be properly configured to accept the unit of measure you are trying to use.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or related master data may not have the correct units of measure defined.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the unit of measure entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure you are trying to enter is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the unit of measure settings in the material master or relevant configuration.
  
  
  Review Special Provision Configuration: Ensure that the special provision is correctly configured to accept the unit of measure you are trying to use. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the relevant SAP module (e.g., SD, MM).
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the unit of measure is not defined for the material or special provision, you may need to update the material master data to include the correct unit of measure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to handle special provisions and units of measure.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific configuration and setup.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to check and update material master data.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The configuration for units of measure can typically be found in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Units of Measure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.