How To Fix 64051 - & units cannot be transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 051

• Message text: & units cannot be transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64051 - & units cannot be transferred ?

  The SAP error message 64051 typically indicates an issue related to the transfer of units in a specific context, often involving material management or inventory management processes. The error message "units cannot be transferred" suggests that there is a problem with the unit of measure (UoM) configuration or the data being processed.
  Causes of Error 64051
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The unit of measure for the material may not be correctly defined in the system. This can happen if the base unit of measure is not set up properly or if there are inconsistencies in the UoM settings.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may have missing or incorrect information related to units of measure. This can include discrepancies between the base unit and alternative units.
  
  
  Incompatible UoM: The units being used in the transaction may not be compatible with the units defined in the material master. For example, trying to transfer a quantity in a unit that is not allowed for that material.
  
  
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on the units that can be used, leading to this error when attempting to perform an operation that violates those restrictions.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system, they may inadvertently cause issues with unit transfers.
  
  
  Solutions to Error 64051
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined and that all necessary UoM settings are in place.
  
  
  Verify UoM Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for units of measure in SAP (transaction code OME1) and ensure that the units are correctly defined and linked to the material.
  
  
  Review Transaction Details: Check the details of the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the units being used are valid and compatible with the material master.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related transactions.
  
  
  Test with Different Units: If possible, try to perform the transaction using different units of measure to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and OME1 (Maintain Units of Measure) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error 64051, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.