How To Fix CF088 - Unit of measure & not defined (check entry)

CF088 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CF - PRT management messages

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Unit of measure & not defined (check entry)

What causes this issue?

You entered the unit of measure &V1&. The dimension of this unit of
measure does not correspond to the dimension of the base unit of
measure &V2& in the PRT master record.

How to fix this error?

Enter a unit of measure whose dimension corresponds to the dimension of
the base unit of measure &V2& in the PRT master record.
If you enter a dimensionless unit of measure, it must correspond to the
base unit of measure of the PRT master record. You are not allowed to
enter another dimensionless unit of measure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CF088 - Unit of measure & not defined (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message CF088, which states "Unit of measure & not defined (check entry)," typically occurs when the system encounters a unit of measure (UoM) that is not recognized or defined in the system during a transaction or process. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or processing materials, sales orders, or production orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, vendor master).
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the unit of measure entered.
  Missing UoM in Customizing: The unit of measure may not be included in the relevant customizing settings for the specific application area.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) or OMN1 (Define Units of Measure) to