How To Fix B1884 - Unit of measure & has no ISO code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 884

• Message text: Unit of measure & has no ISO code

What causes this issue?

No ISO code has been assigned to the unit of measurement.

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?

Assign an ISO code to the unit of measurement.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1884 - Unit of measure & has no ISO code ?

  The SAP error message B1884 indicates that a unit of measure (UoM) in your system does not have an associated ISO code. This can occur when you are trying to perform operations that require a standardized unit of measure, such as in international transactions or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing ISO Code: The specific unit of measure you are using has not been assigned an ISO code in the system.
  Custom Units: If you are using a custom unit of measure that is not part of the standard SAP units, it may not have an ISO code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of units of measure in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) in SAP.
  Check if the unit of measure in question is listed and whether it has an ISO code assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign ISO Code:
  
  If the unit of measure is missing an ISO code, you can assign one. This typically involves:
  
  Selecting the unit of measure.
  Entering the appropriate ISO code in the relevant field.
  
  
  Ensure that the ISO code you assign is valid and corresponds to the unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Units:
  
  If possible, consider using standard units of measure that already have ISO codes assigned to avoid this issue in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage units of measure and their ISO codes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO Codes: ISO (International Organization for Standardization) codes are standardized codes that represent units of measure. They are used to ensure consistency in international trade and reporting.
  Unit of Measure in SAP: Units of measure in SAP are used to define how quantities are measured (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters). Proper configuration is essential for accurate inventory management, reporting, and compliance with international standards.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CUNI for unit of measure management and MM02 for material master data changes.
  
  By addressing the missing ISO code for the unit of measure, you should be able to resolve the B1884 error and continue with your operations in SAP.