How To Fix BORGR716 - Error during conversion of unit of measure; UMVKZ/UMVKN error &1/&2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORGR - Messages Multi-Level Goods Receipt

• Message number: 716

• Message text: Error during conversion of unit of measure; UMVKZ/UMVKN error &1/&2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR716 - Error during conversion of unit of measure; UMVKZ/UMVKN error &1/&2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message BORGR716 indicates that there is an issue during the conversion of units of measure (UoM) in the system. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or data related to the units of measure being used in a transaction or process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Unit of Measure Configuration: The units of measure (UMVKZ and UMVKN) may not be properly defined in the system, or there may be a missing conversion factor between the two units.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being processed may have inconsistencies, such as trying to convert between units that are not compatible or do not have a defined conversion.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or other relevant master data may not have the necessary unit of measure settings configured correctly.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not handle unit conversions properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure) and verify that the units of measure involved in the error are correctly defined.
  Ensure that there is a valid conversion factor between the two units of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for the relevant materials. Ensure that the units of measure are correctly assigned and that the conversion factors are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that it is consistent and that the units of measure being used are compatible.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the conversion is failing. This may involve looking at custom code or enhancements that could be affecting the unit conversion logic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to unit of measure conversions for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (e.g., base unit, alternative unit) and how they interact in SAP.
  Conversion Factors: Familiarize yourself with how conversion factors are defined and used in SAP for different units of measure.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to unit of measure management include:
  
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the BORGR716 error related to unit of measure conversion in SAP.