How To Fix CMD_MATERIAL_API002 - Base unit of measure for material &1 cannot be changed

CMD_MATERIAL_API002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Base unit of measure for material &1 cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_MATERIAL_API002 - Base unit of measure for material &1 cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message CMD_MATERIAL_API002 indicates that there is an attempt to change the base unit of measure for a material, but this action is not allowed. This restriction is typically in place because changing the base unit of measure can have significant implications for inventory management, pricing, and other related processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Data Restrictions: The base unit of measure is a fundamental attribute of the material master. Once it is set, changing it can lead to inconsistencies in existing transactions, stock levels, and pricing.
  Existing Transactions: If there are existing transactions (e.g., purchase orders, sales orders, stock movements) that reference the material, the system will prevent changes to the base unit of measure to maintain data integrity.
  Material Type Settings: Certain material types may have restrictions on changing the base unit of measure due to business rules or configuration settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Transactions: Review any existing transactions related to the material. If