How To Fix 8B185 - Enter a unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Enter a unit of measure

What causes this issue?

The unit of measure has not been entered.

System Response

It is not possible to process this item.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the unit of measure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B185 - Enter a unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message 8B185: "Enter a unit of measure" typically occurs when a user is trying to create or modify a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or material master) and has not specified a unit of measure for a particular item. This is a common issue in SAP systems where units of measure are required for inventory management, purchasing, and sales processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not entered a unit of measure in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master may not be properly configured with the necessary units of measure.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked the unit of measure field or entered an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Unit of Measure: 
  
  Go back to the document where the error occurred and ensure that you enter a valid unit of measure in the designated field. Common units of measure include pieces (PC), kilograms (KG), liters (L), etc.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  If you are working with a material, check the material master record to ensure that it has been set up with the appropriate units of measure. You can do this by navigating to the material master transaction (MM02) and reviewing the Basic Data and Purchasing views.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This could involve checking the unit of measure settings in the customizing (SPRO) area to ensure that the units of measure are defined correctly for the relevant materials and transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct unit of measure to use, consult your organization's documentation or speak with a colleague who is familiar with the specific materials or processes involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: SAP allows for different types of units of measure, including base units, alternative units, and sales units. Make sure you are using the correct type for your transaction.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to SAP's official help documentation for more detailed information on units of measure and how they are used in various transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8B185 and proceed with your transaction in SAP.