How To Fix 65305 - Unit dimension mismatch. DCS UoM: &1, Contract UoM: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 65 - Securities class data

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Unit dimension mismatch. DCS UoM: &1, Contract UoM: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 65305 - Unit dimension mismatch. DCS UoM: &1, Contract UoM: &2 ?

  The SAP error message 65305, which states "Unit dimension mismatch. DCS UoM: &1, Contract UoM: &2," typically occurs in the context of contract management or when dealing with materials and their respective units of measure (UoM) in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the unit of measure defined in the contract and the unit of measure being used in the DCS (Data Collection System) or during a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the unit of measure used in the DCS does not match the unit of measure defined in the contract. For example, if the contract specifies a unit of measure as "liters" and the DCS is trying to process a quantity in "gallons," this error will occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or contract settings that lead to discrepancies in the units of measure.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to this mismatch, where the user may inadvertently enter a quantity in the wrong unit of measure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Units of Measure: Check the units of measure defined in both the contract and the DCS. Ensure that they are consistent and compatible. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the contract in SAP and reviewing the UoM.
  Checking the DCS settings or the transaction that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Adjust the UoM: If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the UoM in either the contract or the DCS to ensure they match. This may involve:
  
  Changing the UoM in the DCS to match the contract.
  Updating the contract to reflect the correct UoM if it was incorrectly set.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly configured with the appropriate units of measure. This includes checking the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your configuration or version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how units of measure are configured in SAP, including the use of conversion factors if applicable.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or ME33K (Display Contract) to review and modify the relevant data.
  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 resolve the unit dimension mismatch error in SAP.