How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE631 - System error: invalid input for product unit conversion (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 631

• Message text: System error: invalid input for product unit conversion (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE631 - System error: invalid input for product unit conversion (&) ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE631 indicates that there is an issue with the input for product unit conversion in the system. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid or unrecognized unit of measure (UoM) during a product-related transaction, such as when creating or updating product master data, or during inventory management processes.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure provided for the product is not defined in the system or is incorrectly formatted.
  Conversion Factor Issues: There may be issues with the conversion factors defined for the units of measure, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes during data entry, such as typos or incorrect values, can trigger this error.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure:
  
  Verify that the unit of measure you are trying to use is defined in the system. You can check this in the SAP transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure).
  Ensure that the unit of measure is valid and correctly spelled.
  
  
  
  Review Conversion Factors:
  
  Check the conversion factors for the units of measure involved. You can do this in the same transaction (CUNI) or by reviewing the material master data.
  Ensure that the conversion factors are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the data entry for any typos or incorrect values. Make sure that the input matches the expected format for the unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to units of measure in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling unit of measure issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE631 error in your SAP system.