How To Fix BM315 - Conversion of dimensionless units is not possible

BM315 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BM - Development class BZME - units of measure

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Conversion of dimensionless units is not possible

What causes this issue?

You tried to convert a unit without dimensions with the measurement
unit table.
Units without dimensions can only undergo material-specific conversion.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM315 - Conversion of dimensionless units is not possible ?

  The SAP error message BM315, which states "Conversion of dimensionless units is not possible," typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when there is an attempt to convert units that do not have a defined dimensional relationship. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with measurement units that are not compatible or when trying to perform calculations involving dimensionless quantities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dimensionless Units: The error arises when the system encounters a situation where it is trying to convert a unit that is dimensionless (e.g., percentages, ratios) into a unit that has dimensions (e.g., liters, kilograms).
  Incorrect Unit Configuration: The units defined in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to confusion during conversions.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the material master or during transaction processing can lead to this error.
  Incompatible Unit Types: Attempting to perform operations between incompatible unit types, such as trying