How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_API003 - Unit &1 does not correspond to base unit of measure of material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Unit &1 does not correspond to base unit of measure of material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API003 - Unit &1 does not correspond to base unit of measure of material ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API003 indicates that there is a mismatch between the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a transaction and the base unit of measure defined for a material in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to perform operations such as creating or updating material master data, or during transactions involving inventory management, sales, or purchasing.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The unit of measure you are trying to use (e.g., a purchase order quantity, stock quantity, etc.) does not match the base unit of measure defined for the material in the material master.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material may have been incorrectly configured, or the unit of measure may not have been set up properly in the material master.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the wrong unit of measure was selected or entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" view to confirm the base unit of measure for the material.
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is compatible with the base unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  If you are entering data in a transaction (e.g., creating a purchase order), ensure that the unit of measure you are using matches the base unit of measure of the material.
  If necessary, convert the quantity to the base unit of measure before entering it.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the unit of measure settings in the material master to ensure that all relevant units of measure are defined correctly.
  If you need to add or change units of measure, you can do this in the material master using transaction code MM02.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on unit of measure settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM01: Create Material Master
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Ensure that the units of measure are properly defined in the system, including any conversion factors if multiple units are used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMD_BS_MAT_API003 error and ensure that the unit of measure used corresponds correctly to the base unit of measure defined for the material.