How To Fix C5007 - Enter conversion factor divisor greater than zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Enter conversion factor divisor greater than zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5007 - Enter conversion factor divisor greater than zero ?

  The SAP error message C5007 "Enter conversion factor divisor greater than zero" typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with unit of measure conversions in SAP. This error indicates that a conversion factor divisor has been set to zero or is missing, which is not allowed because it would lead to division by zero.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The conversion factor divisor for a unit of measure is either not entered or incorrectly set to zero.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the units of measure in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of material master records, the user may have inadvertently left the divisor field blank or entered zero.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 for change or MM03 for display).
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the conversion factor divisor is set to a value greater than zero.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Use transaction code CUNI to access the unit of measure settings.
  Check the conversion factors for the relevant units of measure and ensure that all divisors are correctly defined and greater than zero.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, correct the entry by providing a valid divisor.
  Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly before saving the record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct values to enter, consult your organization's documentation or guidelines regarding unit of measure conversions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the changes by attempting to save the material master record again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, units of measure are used to define how quantities of materials are measured (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Conversion Factors: These are used to convert between different units of measure. For example, if you have a material measured in kilograms and you want to convert it to grams, you would use a conversion factor.
  SAP Help Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to material management and unit of measure handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.