How To Fix 61587 - The unit of entry is set equal to the unit of issue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 587

• Message text: The unit of entry is set equal to the unit of issue

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61587 - The unit of entry is set equal to the unit of issue ?

  The SAP error message 61587, "The unit of entry is set equal to the unit of issue," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when there is a mismatch in the units of measure for a material document. This error indicates that the system has detected that the unit of entry (the unit in which you are trying to enter the quantity) is the same as the unit of issue (the unit in which the material is issued), which is not allowed in certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The error often arises from incorrect configuration in the material master data, specifically in the units of measure section. The unit of entry should be different from the unit of issue.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform may require different units of measure for entry and issue.
  Data Entry Error: It could also be a simple data entry mistake where the user inadvertently selected the same unit for both entry and issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Units of Measure" tab to ensure that the unit of entry and the unit of issue are set correctly and are different.
  If they are the same, you will need to adjust the configuration to ensure they are distinct.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction that requires different units, ensure that you are following the correct procedure and using the appropriate units.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  When entering data, double-check the units you are selecting. Make sure that the unit of entry is not the same as the unit of issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using to understand the requirements for units of measure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Units of Measure in SAP: Understanding how units of measure work in SAP is crucial. Each material can have multiple units of measure defined, including base unit, purchase unit, sales unit, etc.
  Configuration: The configuration of units of measure can be done in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics > General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Units of Measure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 61587 in SAP.