How To Fix BE110 - Quantity unit/price unit conversion factor set at 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Quantity unit/price unit conversion factor set at 1

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a conversion factor and chosen the Cancel
function in the <LS>Conversion factors for item</> dialog box.

System Response

The system has set the quantity unit/price unit converstion factor at
1.

How to fix this error?

Press Enter to accept this conversion factor, then save the reservation
item, or
Press Enter, then access the <LS>Extras</> menu to enter a new
conversion factor.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE110 - Quantity unit/price unit conversion factor set at 1 ?

  The SAP error message BE110, which states "Quantity unit/price unit conversion factor set at 1," typically occurs in the context of material management or purchasing processes. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or an issue with the conversion factors between the quantity unit and the price unit in a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Conversion Factor Issue: The conversion factor between the quantity unit and the price unit is set to 1, which may not be appropriate for the specific material or transaction.
  Master Data Configuration: The material master data may not be configured correctly, particularly in the units of measure (UoM) settings.
  Inconsistent UoM: The units of measure used in the transaction may not align with the expected units defined in the material master.
  Custom Settings: Custom configurations or enhancements in the SAP system may lead to unexpected behavior regarding unit conversions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the units of measure tab.
  Ensure that the quantity unit and price unit are correctly defined and that the conversion factor is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Conversion Factors:
  
  If the conversion factor is incorrectly set to 1, update it to the correct value that reflects the relationship between the quantity unit and the price unit.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction where the error occurred (e.g., purchase order, goods receipt) to ensure that the units of measure used are valid and consistent with the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on unit of measure settings and conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance, especially if there are custom configurations involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, UoM is critical for inventory management, purchasing, and sales processes. Understanding how UoM works in SAP is essential for troubleshooting related issues.
  Material Master Configuration: Familiarity with the material master setup, including views related to purchasing and sales, can help prevent and resolve such errors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as SAP frequently updates its software to address bugs and improve functionality.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the BE110 error message in SAP.