How To Fix ADPIC015 - Base unit of measure differs for at least one material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ADPIC -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Base unit of measure differs for at least one material

What causes this issue?

The base unit of measure for at least one restricted interchangeable
material differs from the base unit of measure of the selected material.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ADPIC015 - Base unit of measure differs for at least one material ?

  The SAP error message ADPIC015 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the base unit of measure for at least one material involved in a transaction. This typically occurs in scenarios where materials are being processed, such as during the creation of purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory management activities.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Different Base Units of Measure: The materials involved in the transaction have different base units of measure defined in their material master records. For example, one material might be defined in kilograms (KG) while another is defined in pieces (EA).
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the materials, such as incorrect unit conversions or misconfigured material master records.
  Material Group Settings: The material group settings may enforce specific unit of measure rules that are not being adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ADPIC015 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Records:
  
  Go to the material master records for the materials involved in the transaction (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the base unit of measure for each material. Ensure that they are consistent and appropriate for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Adjust Base Unit of Measure:
  
  If you find discrepancies, you may need to change the base unit of measure for one or more materials. This can be done using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Be cautious when changing the base unit of measure, as it can affect existing stock and transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction data you are trying to process. Ensure that the units of measure being used are compatible with the base units defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to units of measure and material groups. They may need to adjust configuration settings to allow for the transaction to proceed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, the base unit of measure is the primary unit in which stock quantities are managed. It is crucial for inventory management and financial reporting.
  Material Master: The material master record contains all the information related to a material, including its base unit of measure, purchasing data, sales data, and more.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM01: Create Material Master
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ADPIC015 error in SAP.