How To Fix CM_CBESCOM129 - Determination of units of measure for dimension &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_CBESCOM - Message Class for ESComXML Outbound Processing

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Determination of units of measure for dimension &1 failed

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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

What causes this issue?

The system tried to determine all units of measurement for dimension
&V1& . As the unit of measurement &V1& does not exist in the Customizing
activity <DS:SIMG.EHS_ESC_PHRAS_UOM>Assign Phrases to Units of
Measurement </>, the system tries to convert the unit of mesurement with
a value into a different unit of measurement of the same dimension,
which is available in the Customizing activity.
In this case, this was not possible as the dimension does not exist.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

In the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMSC>Check Units of
Measurement</>, check whether the dimension &V1& exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM129 - Determination of units of measure for dimension &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM129, which states "Determination of units of measure for dimension &1 failed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or other modules where unit of measure (UoM) conversions or determinations are required. This error indicates that the system was unable to determine the appropriate unit of measure for a specific dimension, which can hinder processes such as planning, forecasting, or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data for the material or product may not be properly maintained. This includes missing or incorrect unit of measure settings in the material master or other related master data.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the unit of measure settings, such as incorrect settings in the UoM conversion table or missing entries.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as mismatched units of measure between different documents or master data records.
  
  
  Dimension Not Defined: The dimension for which the unit of measure is being determined may not be defined in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data for unit of measure determination.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly maintained. Ensure that the unit of measure is defined and that the conversion factors are set up correctly.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to units of measure in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that the UoM conversion settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve checking related documents, master data, and configuration settings.
  
  
  Define Missing Dimensions: If the dimension is not defined, you may need to create or define it in the system.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing) to navigate through master data and configuration settings.
  
  
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.