How To Fix AQV146 - Reference unit is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Reference unit is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Within statistics or a ranking list for a quantity field you selected a
reference unit that is not supported by the system.

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?

Choose a valid reference unit.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQV146 - Reference unit is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message AQV146, which states "Reference unit is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when dealing with units of measure (UoM) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a reference unit of measure that is not permitted for the specific transaction or material.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure Configuration: The reference unit of measure for the material may not be set up correctly in the material master data.
  Unit of Measure Group Restrictions: The unit of measure group assigned to the material may not allow the use of the specified reference unit.
  Transaction Type Limitations: Certain transactions may have restrictions on which units of measure can be used, leading to this error.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may have specific settings that restrict the use of certain units of measure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the units of measure assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the reference unit of measure is correctly defined and allowed.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Group:
  
  Check the unit of measure group assigned to the material. Ensure that the reference unit is included in this group.
  You can view and modify unit of measure groups using transaction code OME4.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the transaction settings to ensure that the reference unit is allowed.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to understand any restrictions that may be in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to units of measure and material management to understand the specific requirements and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, materials can be managed in different units of measure (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters). Each material can have a base unit of measure and additional units for purchasing and sales.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, including their units of measure, descriptions, and other relevant data.
  Configuration Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant configuration transactions such as OME4 (for unit of measure groups) and MM01/MM02 (for material master creation and modification).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AQV146 error and implement a solution to resolve it.