How To Fix BM806 - Additive constant is usually only relevant for temperatures

BM806 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Additive constant is usually only relevant for temperatures

What causes this issue?

When a unit was created, a value was entered in the field <LS>Additive
constant</>. It is usually only necessary to enter a value in this
field for a temperature. The unit here is not a unit of temperature.

System Response

The message is a warning.
If you continue processing, the value will be saved with the additive
constant.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM806 - Additive constant is usually only relevant for temperatures ?

  The SAP error message BM806, which states "Additive constant is usually only relevant for temperatures," typically occurs in the context of material master data or when working with certain calculations in SAP related to material properties, particularly in the area of chemical or process engineering.
  
  Cause:
  This error message is generally triggered when there is an attempt to use an additive constant in a context where it is not applicable. The additive constant is often used in calculations involving temperature-dependent properties, such as viscosity or density, and if it is applied in a scenario that does not involve temperature, SAP will raise this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BM806 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specific material that is causing the error. Ensure that the additive constant is only defined for properties that are temperature-dependent.
  
  
  Review Calculation Settings: If you are performing calculations or using formulas