How To Fix CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER068 - &1 is not a valid unit of measure for the open quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER - Commodity Derivative Order Requests Messages

• Message number: 068

• Message text: &1 is not a valid unit of measure for the open quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER068 - &1 is not a valid unit of measure for the open quantity ?

  The SAP error message CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER068 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used for an open quantity in a specific transaction or process. This error typically arises in the context of materials management, production planning, or inventory management when the system encounters a unit of measure that it does not recognize or that is not valid for the specified quantity.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified for the open quantity does not exist in the system or is not valid for the material in question.
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the material master or may not be assigned to the relevant material type.
  Conversion Issues: There may be issues with the conversion factors between different units of measure, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect unit of measure during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the units of measure assigned to the material. Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is listed and valid.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction code OMN3 (for defining units of measure) or OMN1 (for maintaining UoM conversion).
  
  
  
  Validate Open Quantity:
  
  Ensure that the open quantity is being processed in the correct unit of measure. If necessary, convert the quantity to a valid unit of measure that is recognized by the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Entry Errors:
  
  Review the transaction or document where the error occurred to ensure that the unit of measure was entered correctly. Correct any mistakes and try processing again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your configuration or version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to navigate through material management processes.
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, alternative unit, etc.) and how they relate to each other in the context of your materials.
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.