How To Fix /ACCGO/TSDB256 - Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete material bogey

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/TSDB -

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete material bogey

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/TSDB256 - Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete material bogey ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/TSDB256 Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete material bogey typically occurs in the context of managing contracts and materials in SAP, particularly when there is a mismatch in the unit of measure (UoM) between the exchange contract and the material master data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the unit of measure defined in the exchange contract does not match the unit of measure defined in the material master. This can happen if the material is set up with a different UoM than what is specified in the contract.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the contract and the material master, possibly due to changes made to either the contract or the material master after they were initially created.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the system that lead to incorrect UoM settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the UoM in the Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure.
  
  
  
  Check the UoM in the Exchange Contract:
  
  Access the exchange contract (transaction code ME33K).
  Review the unit of measure specified in the contract.
  
  
  
  Align UoMs:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you will need to either change the UoM in the material master to match the contract or update the contract to reflect the correct UoM used in the material master.
  Ensure that any changes made are consistent with business processes and do not violate any contractual obligations.
  
  
  
  Delete Material Bogey:
  
  If the error message suggests deleting the material bogey, you may need to remove any references to the material in the contract that are causing the conflict. This can be done by editing the contract and removing the problematic material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), ME33K (Display Contract), and ME22N (Change Contract) for managing materials and contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to material masters and contracts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP MM (Materials Management) for further assistance.