How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_API064 - No default value defined for the base unit of measure for product type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_API - Messages for Product Interfaces

• Message number: 064

• Message text: No default value defined for the base unit of measure for product type &1

What causes this issue?

When you upload product master data to an SAP System where the product
will be created as a material master record of the SAP system, you must
specify a base unit of measure. This is in contrast to the CRM System,
where the base unit of measure is an optional entry.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_API064 - No default value defined for the base unit of measure for product type &1 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_API064 indicates that there is no default value defined for the base unit of measure for a specific product type in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or update a product in the SAP system, and the system cannot find a valid base unit of measure for that product type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The base unit of measure for the product type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Product Type: The product type being used may not have a valid base unit of measure assigned.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the product type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Product Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for product types in SAP.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is defined for the specific product type that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Define Base Unit of Measure:
  
  If the base unit of measure is missing, you need to define it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path in SAP (usually under Logistics or Material Management).
  Find the section for defining product types or material types.
  Assign a default base unit of measure to the product type.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the product in question. Ensure that the product type is correctly assigned and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  If the product is being created through an API or interface, ensure that the data being sent includes the base unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to configure product types and units of measure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation or update of the product again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or SPRO (Customizing) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product types and units of measure in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message COM_PRODUCT_API064 and successfully define a base unit of measure for the relevant product type.