How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE745 - Maintain an alternative unit (UoM) before adding details of Components.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Maintain an alternative unit (UoM) before adding details of Components.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE745 - Maintain an alternative unit (UoM) before adding details of Components. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE745 indicates that when you are trying to create or modify a production order or a related document, the system requires you to maintain an alternative unit of measure (UoM) before you can add details of the components. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and material management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alternative UoM: The primary cause of this error is that the material you are working with does not have an alternative unit of measure defined in the material master record. The system requires this alternative UoM to properly handle the components in the production order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the production order type that require an alternative UoM to be maintained.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect data entry or missing information in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the alternative unit of measure for the relevant material. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Material:
  
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Select Views:
  
  Choose the appropriate views (usually "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" or "Sales" depending on your needs).
  
  
  
  Maintain Alternative UoM:
  
  In the relevant view, look for the field to maintain the alternative unit of measure. Enter the appropriate alternative UoM that corresponds to the primary UoM.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the alternative UoM, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  Go back to the production order or document you were working on and try to add the components again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how to manage material master data is crucial in SAP. The material master contains all the information needed to manage a material, including its units of measure.
  Units of Measure (UoM): SAP allows for multiple units of measure for a single material, which can be useful for different types of transactions (e.g., purchasing, sales, production).
  Configuration Settings: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in the SAP system related to units of measure and production orders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide further assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.