How To Fix CM_EHPMA_SVT_LOGS013 - Error during unit conversion for material: &1, SY-SUBRC = &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHPMA_SVT_LOGS - Log messages for GLayer and OLayer Processing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error during unit conversion for material: &1, SY-SUBRC = &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHPMA_SVT_LOGS013 - Error during unit conversion for material: &1, SY-SUBRC = &3 ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHPMA_SVT_LOGS013 indicates that there was an error during the unit conversion process for a specific material. The message includes placeholders for the material number (&1) and the system return code (&3), which can provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure (UoM): The material may have an incorrect or missing unit of measure defined in the material master data.
  Conversion Factors: There may be issues with the conversion factors defined for the units of measure. If the conversion factors are not set up correctly, the system will not be able to perform the conversion.
  Missing Data: Required data for the material or its units of measure may be missing or incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the handling of units of measure.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code or enhancements that affect unit conversion, they may be causing the error.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the material in question and verify that the unit of measure is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the unit of measure settings in the system. Ensure that the conversion factors between different units of measure are correctly defined in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually found in the Logistics or Material Management configuration).
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data:
  
  Ensure that all required data for the material and its units of measure is present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Analyze Return Code:
  
  The return code (SY-SUBRC) can provide additional insights into the specific nature of the error. Check the documentation or SAP notes related to the return code to understand the specific issue.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error occurs. This may require the assistance of a developer or SAP Basis consultant.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on unit conversion issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or OMN1 (Maintain Units of Measure) to check and modify material data and unit settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and unit of measure handling.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message CM_EHPMA_SVT_LOGS013.