How To Fix /BEV1/LU143 - Calculation incomplete: Alternative unit of measure for mat. & is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV1/LU -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Calculation incomplete: Alternative unit of measure for mat. & is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV1/LU143 - Calculation incomplete: Alternative unit of measure for mat. & is missing ?

  The SAP error message /BEV1/LU143 Calculation incomplete: Alternative unit of measure for mat. & is missing typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with materials that have alternative units of measure defined in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to complete a calculation because it cannot find the necessary alternative unit of measure for a specific material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alternative Unit of Measure: The primary cause of this error is that the material in question does not have an alternative unit of measure defined in the material master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the unit of measure settings in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master records, particularly in the units of measure section.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Units of Measure" view to see if the alternative unit of measure is defined for the material.
  If it is missing, you can add the alternative unit of measure by using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master.
  
  
  
  Define Alternative Units of Measure:
  
  If the alternative unit of measure is not defined, you can add it by navigating to the "Units of Measure" section in the material master and entering the required alternative unit.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for units of measure in the system are correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) under Logistics -> General -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Units of Measure.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run any relevant reports or transactions to check for data consistency in the material master records. This can help identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support resources for further guidance on handling unit of measure issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM01: Create Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the alternative unit of measure is correctly defined for the material in question.