How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC026 - Enter valid unit of measure group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC - Manage Info Records Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Enter valid unit of measure group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC026 - Enter valid unit of measure group ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC026 indicates that the system requires a valid unit of measure (UoM) group to be entered in a specific context, typically related to purchasing or inventory management. This error often arises when the unit of measure group is either missing, incorrectly defined, or not applicable for the material or transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM Group: The material master record does not have a unit of measure group assigned.
  Incorrect UoM Group: The UoM group entered does not exist or is not valid for the material or transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The UoM group may not be properly configured in the system.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being performed may not support the UoM group being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Verify that the unit of measure group is correctly assigned in the Basic Data view or the Purchasing view.
  
  
  
  Validate UoM Group:
  
  Ensure that the UoM group you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code OMU1).
  
  
  
  Assign UoM Group:
  
  If the UoM group is missing, you can assign it by editing the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  This can be done through the SPRO transaction, navigating to the relevant configuration for materials management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the specific transaction you are working with, as there may be specific requirements for UoM groups.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Groups: These are used in SAP to define how materials can be measured and sold. Each material can have multiple units of measure, and they are grouped for easier management.
  Material Master Data: This is a critical component in SAP that contains all the information related to materials, including purchasing, sales, and inventory data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC026 and ensure that the correct unit of measure group is being used in your transactions.