How To Fix 5U189 - Enter both rounding rule and unit or leave both empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Enter both rounding rule and unit or leave both empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U189 - Enter both rounding rule and unit or leave both empty ?

  The SAP error message 5U189 indicates that there is an issue with the rounding rule and unit of measure in a transaction or configuration. Specifically, the error occurs when the system expects both the rounding rule and the unit of measure to be filled in together or left empty together. If one is filled in while the other is not, this error will be triggered.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data Entry: The user may have entered a rounding rule without specifying a corresponding unit of measure, or vice versa.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to rounding rules and units of measure in the relevant SAP module.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they might not be handling the rounding rules and units of measure correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Ensure that both the rounding rule and the unit of measure are either both filled in or both left empty. Review the transaction or configuration screen where the error occurred.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the relevant settings for rounding rules and units of measure in the SAP system. Make sure they are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly set up rounding rules and units of measure.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction or checking the logs to identify where the data is being incorrectly handled.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error can occur in various SAP modules, including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), and others where units of measure and rounding rules are relevant.
  Rounding Rules: Rounding rules are used to determine how numerical values are rounded in financial calculations, pricing, and other areas.
  Units of Measure: Units of measure are critical in ensuring that quantities are correctly interpreted and calculated in transactions.
  
  By following the above steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U189 in your SAP system.