How To Fix CONT_TOOLS282 - BCT: Missing unit of measure (see SAP Note 400217)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS - Message for BI Content Tools German

• Message number: 282

• Message text: BCT: Missing unit of measure (see SAP Note 400217)

What causes this issue?

An update rule is using a unit of measure that is not available in the
system.

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?

If an update rule pertains to InfoCube 0WEB_C01 or ODS object 0WEB_O01,
SAP Note 400217 applies. The problem can be solved by creating the unit
of measure BYT.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS282 - BCT: Missing unit of measure (see SAP Note 400217) ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS282 indicates that there is a missing unit of measure (UoM) in the context of the Business Configuration Tool (BCT). This error typically arises when a configuration or master data record is expected to have a unit of measure defined, but it is either missing or not properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause is that the unit of measure has not been defined for a particular material, product, or service in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the Business Configuration Tool where the unit of measure is not specified or is incorrectly configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data that lead to the absence of a unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify the master data for the relevant material or product. Ensure that a unit of measure is defined and correctly assigned.
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the Basic Data and Sales views for the unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Define Unit of Measure: If the unit of measure is missing, you can define it:
  
  Use transaction code CUNI to create or modify units of measure.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly assigned to the relevant material or product.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the Business Configuration Tool to ensure that all necessary fields, including the unit of measure, are properly configured.
  
  
  Refer to SAP Note 400217: This SAP Note provides specific guidance and troubleshooting steps related to the CONT_TOOLS282 error. It may contain additional information or updates that can help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to your version of SAP, as they may provide updates or additional fixes for known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the Business Configuration Tool and unit of measure settings to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing unit of measure and ensuring that all relevant configurations are correct, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS282 error.