How To Fix 88697 - Unit of measure can only be appended with derivation from material number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 697

• Message text: Unit of measure can only be appended with derivation from material number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88697 - Unit of measure can only be appended with derivation from material number ?

  The SAP error message 88697, "Unit of measure can only be appended with derivation from material number," typically occurs in the context of material master data management, particularly when dealing with units of measure (UoM) in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to append a unit of measure to a material that does not have a valid derivation path. In SAP, units of measure can be defined in various ways, and they must be properly linked to the material number. The error indicates that the system cannot derive the unit of measure from the material number as expected.
  Common Scenarios Leading to the Error:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure settings in the material master may not be configured correctly.
  Missing Derivation: The material may not have the necessary derivation settings for the unit of measure.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or its units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the units of measure assigned to the material. Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for units of measure in the system (transaction code OMN1 for UoM settings).
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to append is valid and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Derivation Settings:
  
  Ensure that the derivation settings for the unit of measure are correctly set up. This can involve checking the settings in the material master and ensuring that the UoM is linked to the material number.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on unit of measure configuration and derivation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the scenario again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (e.g., base unit, alternative units) and how they relate to each other.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.