How To Fix BM396 - & is not a unit of volume

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 396

• Message text: & is not a unit of volume

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM396 - & is not a unit of volume ?

  The SAP error message BM396 typically indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a transaction or master data record. Specifically, the error message states that the unit of measure is not recognized as a valid unit of volume. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with materials, inventory management, or sales orders.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used in the transaction is not defined as a volume unit in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have the correct unit of measure settings.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration in the SAP system may not include the unit of measure as a valid volume unit.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error or incorrect selection of the unit of measure during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure:
  
  Verify the unit of measure being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is a valid volume unit (e.g., liters, cubic meters).
  You can check the list of valid units of measure in the SAP system by navigating to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined and that it is categorized as a volume unit.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for units of measure in the SAP system (transaction code OME1).
  Ensure that the unit of measure is included in the relevant UoM groups and is marked as a volume unit.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, correct the unit of measure to a valid volume unit and reprocess the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on units of measure and how they are configured in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Groups: SAP allows the grouping of units of measure, and it is essential to ensure that the unit you are using is part of the correct group.
  Volume Units: Common volume units in SAP include liters (L), cubic meters (m³), gallons, etc. Ensure that the unit you are using is recognized by the system.
  Error Handling: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BM396 error and ensure that the correct unit of measure is being used in your SAP transactions.