How To Fix CBGL00203 - Packaging unit &1 is not available as an alternative unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGL00 - GLM: Standard Messages

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Packaging unit &1 is not available as an alternative unit of measure

What causes this issue?

Packaging unit &V1& does not exist as an
<DS:GLOS.3526C0A4AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>alternative unit of measure</>
in the material master for the material.

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?

Choose a different packaging unit or add the packaging unit &V1& to the
material master as an alternative unit of measure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGL00203 - Packaging unit &1 is not available as an alternative unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message CBGL00203 indicates that the specified packaging unit (in this case, &1) is not available as an alternative unit of measure for the material in question. This error typically arises in scenarios involving inventory management, material master data, or when trying to perform transactions that require unit conversions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alternative Unit of Measure: The packaging unit you are trying to use has not been defined as an alternative unit of measure in the material master.
  Incorrect Material Master Configuration: The material master may not have the necessary settings to allow for the use of alternative units of measure.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the material master data that prevent the system from recognizing the packaging unit as valid.
  Unit of Measure Settings: The unit of measure settings in the material master may not be correctly configured to allow for the specified packaging unit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that the packaging unit you are trying to use is listed as an alternative unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Define Alternative Units of Measure:
  
  If the packaging unit is not defined, you can add it by going to the material master (transaction code MM02) and editing the "Units of Measure" view.
  Add the packaging unit as an alternative unit of measure and specify the conversion factor.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and the alternative units of measure are correctly set up in the material master.
  Check if the conversion factors between the base unit and the alternative units are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any potential issues.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing units of measure in the material master.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM01: Create Material Master
  
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Understanding how units of measure are configured in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future. This includes knowing how to set up base units, alternative units, and conversion factors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error CBGL00203 and ensure that the packaging unit is correctly recognized as an alternative unit of measure in your SAP system.