How To Fix ATP_ABC_SUBSTITUTION013 - Base unit of measure for product &1 and substitute product &2 differ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ATP_ABC_SUBSTITUTION - Message class for ABC Substitution Logic

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Base unit of measure for product &1 and substitute product &2 differ

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ATP_ABC_SUBSTITUTION013 - Base unit of measure for product &1 and substitute product &2 differ ?

  The SAP error message ATP_ABC_SUBSTITUTION013 indicates that there is a mismatch in the base unit of measure between a product and its substitute product. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced ATP (Available-to-Promise) checks when trying to substitute one product for another during order processing or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Different Base Units of Measure: The primary cause of this error is that the base unit of measure for the main product (product &1) is different from that of the substitute product (product &2). For example, if product &1 is measured in "pieces" and product &2 is measured in "kilograms," the system will not allow the substitution.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data where the base units of measure are not aligned or correctly defined.
  
  
  Master Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the material master records for the products involved, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Base Units of Measure: Review the material master records for both products involved. Ensure that the base units of measure are the same. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03) and checking the "Basic Data" view for both products.
  
  
  Adjust Product Configuration: If the base units of measure need to be aligned, you may need to adjust the configuration of one of the products. This can involve changing the base unit of measure in the material master, but be cautious as this can have implications on inventory and reporting.
  
  
  Substitution Configuration: If the substitution is necessary and the base units cannot be aligned, consider configuring the substitution logic to allow for conversions or to handle different units of measure appropriately.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling unit of measure issues in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the substitution works as expected without triggering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how to manage and configure material master data is crucial for resolving this error.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: Familiarize yourself with how SAP handles unit of measure conversions, as this may provide insights into how to manage substitutions effectively.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  By addressing the base unit of measure discrepancies and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the ATP_ABC_SUBSTITUTION013 error effectively.