How To Fix C1145 - Value &: no other unit allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Value &: no other unit allowed

What causes this issue?

The value &v1& contains a unit without a dimension.
The unit of the characteristic cannot be converted to the unit you
entered. The unit of the characteristic and the unit you entered
cannot be converted to other units.
In the step <LS>Global settings</> of the IMG, you define whether or
not other units are allowed for the individual units.

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?

Enter the unit that has been defined for the characteristic,
or a unit to which the unit of the characteristic can be converted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1145 - Value &: no other unit allowed ?

  The SAP error message C1145 ("Value &: no other unit allowed") typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) assigned to a material or product. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific unit of measure, but the value provided does not match the allowed units for that material.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used in the transaction does not match the unit of measure defined in the material master record.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master that restrict the use of certain units of measure.
  Data Entry Errors: A user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect unit of measure during data entry.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: If there are conversion factors defined, the system may not be able to convert the entered value to the expected unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the unit of measure settings in the material master record. Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is allowed for that material.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "Purchasing" views to check the UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: If you are entering data in a transaction (like a goods receipt or invoice), double-check the unit of measure you are entering. Make sure it matches the allowed units for that material.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the material master to allow for additional units of measure. This may require access to the configuration settings in SAP.
  
  Transaction Code: OMN3 (Define Units of Measure)
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific process you are working on to ensure compliance with the expected units of measure.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, alternative unit, etc.) and how they are defined in SAP.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the various views in the material master that relate to units of measure.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.