How To Fix 6R017 - No other units of measure exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6R - Messages for Retail MRP

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No other units of measure exist

What causes this issue?

All available units of measure are displayed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6R017 - No other units of measure exist ?

  The SAP error message 6R017: No other units of measure exist typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a conversion between units of measure, but the system does not have the necessary conversion factors defined for the specified material or product.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure (UoM) Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the required unit of measure is not defined in the system for the material you are working with.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master may not have the necessary units of measure set up correctly.
  Conversion Factors Not Defined: There may be no conversion factors defined between the base unit of measure and the unit of measure you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Units of Measure" view to see if the required unit of measure is listed.
  If it is not listed, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Define Units of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is missing, you can add it by using transaction code MM02 to change the material master.
  Navigate to the "Units of Measure" view and add the required unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  Ensure that conversion factors between the base unit of measure and the required unit of measure are defined.
  You can do this in the material master under the "Units of Measure" view by specifying the conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Check UoM Settings in Customizing:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Units of Measure to ensure that the units of measure are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct units of measure or conversion factors, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to a colleague who is knowledgeable about the material master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Access SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (e.g., base unit, alternative unit) and how they relate to each other.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 6R017 and ensure that the necessary units of measure are properly configured in your SAP system.