How To Fix 6D759 - Area basis is activated; you have to maintain the area unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 759

• Message text: Area basis is activated; you have to maintain the area unit

What causes this issue?

The Customizing settings for contract types specify that this contract
type uses area-based conditions. You have to maintain the unit of
measurement for areas in the "Payment Data" screen.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D759 - Area basis is activated; you have to maintain the area unit ?

  The SAP error message 6D759 indicates that the area basis is activated in the system, but the area unit has not been maintained. This typically occurs in the context of managing master data related to real estate, asset management, or similar modules where area measurements are relevant.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The area basis (which defines how area measurements are handled) is activated in the system.
  The corresponding area unit (e.g., square meters, acres) has not been defined or maintained in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the area unit in the relevant configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant module (e.g., Real Estate Management, Asset Management).
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Maintain Area Units:
  
  In the IMG, navigate to the section related to area management or unit of measure settings.
  Look for options like "Define Units of Measure" or "Maintain Area Units."
  Ensure that the area unit you want to use is defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Area Basis Settings:
  
  Ensure that the area basis settings are correctly configured to use the area unit you have maintained.
  If necessary, adjust the settings to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After maintaining the area unit, try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on managing area units and area basis settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.