How To Fix /ACCGO/TSDB213 - Enter base unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/TSDB -

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Enter base unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/TSDB213 - Enter base unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/TSDB213 Enter base unit of measure typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with materials or products that require a base unit of measure to be specified. This error is often encountered in modules related to inventory management, material management, or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the system requires a base unit of measure to be entered for a material or product, but it has not been provided. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master record does not have a base unit of measure defined.
  Transaction Entry: During a transaction (like goods movement, inventory posting, etc.), the user has not specified the base unit of measure.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material management settings that prevent the base unit of measure from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the Basic Data view.
  Ensure that the Base Unit of Measure is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create or update the material master record (Transaction Code: MM02).
  
  
  
  Enter Base Unit of Measure in Transaction:
  
  If you are in the middle of a transaction, ensure that you are entering the base unit of measure in the appropriate field. This may involve selecting the correct unit from a dropdown list or entering it manually.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to material management. This may involve consulting with your SAP MM consultant or system administrator to ensure that the settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering the base unit of measure during transactions and how to do so correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on material management and unit of measure settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly entered in your SAP system.