How To Fix AAPO179 - Unit of measure &2 differs from asset unit of measure &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AAPO - Asset Accounting - Posting

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Unit of measure &2 differs from asset unit of measure &3

What causes this issue?

Unit of measure &V2& does not agree with the unit of measure &V3&
managed on asset &V1&.

System Response

The quantity is not updated on the asset.

How to fix this error?

Check the unit of measure you entered.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AAPO179 - Unit of measure &2 differs from asset unit of measure &3 ?

  The SAP error message AAPO179 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the unit of measure (UoM) used for a specific transaction and the unit of measure defined for the asset in the asset master data. This typically occurs during asset transactions such as acquisitions, transfers, or retirements when the unit of measure for the transaction does not match the unit of measure assigned to the asset.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Units of Measure: The unit of measure used in the transaction (e.g., purchase order, invoice) is different from the unit of measure defined in the asset master record.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that are not aligned with the units of measure used in procurement or inventory management.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of asset transactions can lead to incorrect units of measure being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: 
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify the unit of measure defined for the asset. Ensure it is correct and matches the expected unit of measure for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: 
  
  Check the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the unit of measure used in the transaction matches the asset's unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Unit of Measure: 
  
  If the unit of measure in the transaction is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the asset's unit of measure.
  If the asset's unit of measure is incorrect, you may need to change it in the asset master record, but be cautious as this may have implications for historical data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: 
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the asset accounting module to ensure that the units of measure are set up correctly and consistently across the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on handling unit of measure discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in the asset transactions, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect how units of measure are handled.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AAPO179 error and ensure that the unit of measure discrepancies are corrected.