How To Fix CMS_SHP005 - Enter length with a unit of measure

CMS_SHP005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_SHP - Message Class for Ship

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter length with a unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_SHP005 - Enter length with a unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message CMS_SHP005, which states "Enter length with a unit of measure," typically occurs in the context of materials management or logistics when a user is required to input a length measurement but has not specified a unit of measure (UoM). This error is common in scenarios involving dimensions, such as when dealing with products that require specific measurements for shipping, production, or inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The user has entered a length value but has not specified the unit of measure (e.g., meters, centimeters, inches).
  Incorrect Input Format: The input may not be in the expected format, leading the system to not recognize the length value.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master data or the specific transaction being used, which could lead to the system not recognizing the input correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Length with UoM: Ensure that when you input a length, you