How To Fix 88168 - Unit of measure &1 is not a &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 is not a &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88168 - Unit of measure &1 is not a &2 ?

  The SAP error message "88168 Unit of measure &1 is not a &2" typically indicates that there is a mismatch between the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a transaction and the expected unit of measure defined in the system for a particular material or product.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used in the transaction does not match the unit of measure defined in the material master or the configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure settings in the material master or the relevant configuration may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered an incorrect unit of measure during data entry.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: There may be issues with the conversion factors between different units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the unit of measure settings in the material master record. Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is defined and is appropriate for the material.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "Purchasing" views to check the UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Check the transaction data where the error occurred. Ensure that the unit of measure being used is valid for the specific transaction type.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: If you have access, review the configuration settings for units of measure in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined in the system and that any necessary conversion factors are set up.
  
  
  
  User Training: If data entry errors are common, consider providing additional training to users on the correct units of measure to use in transactions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on unit of measure settings and configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (e.g., base unit, alternative unit, sales unit) and how they relate to each other.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: Familiarize yourself with how SAP handles unit of measure conversions, including the use of conversion factors.
  Error Handling: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.