How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE673 - The system uses & for Base Unit of Measure as well.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 673

• Message text: The system uses & for Base Unit of Measure as well.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE673 - The system uses & for Base Unit of Measure as well. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE673 indicates that there is an issue related to the Base Unit of Measure (BOM) in the context of a draft product or material. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the unit of measure settings for a material in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The error often occurs when the Base Unit of Measure (BOM) for a material is not correctly defined or is inconsistent with other related settings in the system.
  Material Master Data: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect entries for the Base Unit of Measure.
  Inconsistent Data: The error can also arise if there are inconsistencies between the Base Unit of Measure and other units of measure defined for the material, such as sales units or purchasing units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03) and check the Base Unit of Measure for the affected material.
  Ensure that the Base Unit of Measure is correctly defined and matches the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the unit of measure settings in the material master to ensure that all related units (e.g., sales unit, purchasing unit) are consistent with the Base Unit of Measure.
  Make sure that the conversion factors between different units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Inconsistencies:
  
  If you find any inconsistencies, correct them in the material master data.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the changes are made correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the Base Unit of Measure settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM01 (Create Material) are commonly used to manage material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and unit of measure settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.