How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_UNIT002 - & is not a unit of weight

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_UNIT - Messages on Units of Measure

• Message number: 002

• Message text: & is not a unit of weight

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT002 - & is not a unit of weight ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT002 typically indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) specified for a product is not recognized as a valid unit of weight. This error often arises in scenarios involving product master data, sales orders, or inventory management where the system expects a specific unit of measure for weight-related operations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure entered for the product is not defined as a weight unit in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the SAP system, or it may not be assigned to the product correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error or incorrect selection of the unit of measure during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data (transaction code MM02 for material master).
  Verify the unit of measure settings for the product. Ensure that the unit of measure for weight (e.g., KG, G, LB) is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of units of measure in the system (transaction code OMN3).
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is defined as a weight unit in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, double-check the unit of measure field to ensure that the correct weight unit is selected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on unit of measure settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Units of Measure in SAP: SAP allows for various units of measure to be defined for materials, including base units, alternative units, and sales units. Each unit can be categorized (e.g., weight, volume, length).
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it includes details about units of measure.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OMN3: Define Units of Measure
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PRODUCT_UNIT002 error and ensure that the correct unit of measure is used for weight in your SAP system.