How To Fix COSE071 - Sequence &, operation &, PRT &: Specify unit of measurement for quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COSE - Change Production Order

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Sequence &, operation &, PRT &: Specify unit of measurement for quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COSE071 - Sequence &, operation &, PRT &: Specify unit of measurement for quantity ?

  The SAP error message COSE071 indicates that there is an issue with the specification of the unit of measurement (UoM) for a quantity in a Production Resource Tool (PRT) operation. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with operations that require specific quantities of resources or materials.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Unit of Measurement: The unit of measurement for the quantity in the operation is not specified or is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The PRT or operation may not be properly configured to include a unit of measurement.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the UoM.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the PRT or the material may not be correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COSE071 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Operation Details:
  
  Navigate to the operation in question and verify that the quantity field has a corresponding unit of measurement specified.
  If the UoM is missing, enter the appropriate unit of measurement.
  
  
  
  Review PRT Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the PRT is correctly configured with the necessary details, including the unit of measurement for any quantities involved.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the materials and resources involved in the operation. Ensure that all relevant fields, including UoM, are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Review:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, review the input to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of PRTs and operations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the operation again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CO03 (Display Production Order) to access and modify the relevant operations.
  Unit of Measurement Table: Familiarize yourself with the relevant tables in SAP that store unit of measurement data, such as T006 (Units of Measure) and T006A (Units of Measure: Language-dependent Texts).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the COSE071 error in your SAP system.