How To Fix CN142 - Unit & invalid - Only dimension & valid for work center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Unit & invalid - Only dimension & valid for work center

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN142 - Unit & invalid - Only dimension & valid for work center ?

  The SAP error message CN142 typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) associated with a work center. The error message indicates that the unit of measure you are trying to use is invalid for the specified work center.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to assign or use is not defined or not valid for the work center in question.
  Configuration Issues: The work center may not be properly configured to accept the unit of measure you are trying to use.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the unit of measure or the work center ID.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the work center or the material may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the work center configuration in SAP (Transaction code: CR01 or CR02).
  Verify that the unit of measure is correctly defined for the work center.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is valid and defined in the system.
  You can check the units of measure in the material master (Transaction code: MM03) or in the work center settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries you made for any typographical errors in the unit of measure or work center ID.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the unit of measure is not valid, you may need to update the master data for the work center or the material to include the correct unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific configuration settings for work centers and units of measure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: CR01 (Create Work Center), CR02 (Change Work Center), MM03 (Display Material).
  Unit of Measure Configuration: You can manage units of measure in the SAP system through the customizing settings (Transaction code: SPRO).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to error CN142.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CN142 error message in SAP.