How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC007 - Unit of measure & not defined. Enter an existing unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC - Manage Info Records Messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Unit of measure & not defined. Enter an existing unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC007 - Unit of measure & not defined. Enter an existing unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC007 indicates that a unit of measure (UoM) that you are trying to use in a transaction is not defined in the system. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing or inventory management when the system expects a valid unit of measure for a material or product, but the specified UoM does not exist in the system's configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect UoM Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the UoM field.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may not have the required UoM set up correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The UoM may not be included in the relevant UoM group or may not be linked to the material type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure) to check if the UoM is defined in the system.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify UoM:
  
  If the UoM is missing, you can create it by using the transaction code CUNI.
  Ensure that the UoM is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate UoM group.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master record.
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" views to ensure that the correct UoM is assigned to the material.
  If necessary, use MM02 to modify the material master and add the correct UoM.
  
  
  
  Check UoM Group:
  
  Ensure that the UoM you are trying to use is part of the UoM group assigned to the material.
  You can check this in the material master under the "Basic Data" view.
  
  
  
  Use Existing UoM:
  
  If you are unsure about the UoM to use, you can look for existing UoMs in the system that are valid for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Groups: Understand how UoM groups work in SAP and how they relate to materials.
  Material Master Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for material master data, especially regarding UoMs.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing units of measure and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct unit of measure is used in your transactions.