How To Fix CR168 - Unit of measure & does not exist

CR168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Unit of measure & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR168 - Unit of measure & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CR168, which states "Unit of measure & does not exist," typically occurs when the system cannot find a specified unit of measure (UoM) in the relevant master data. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying materials, sales orders, or other documents that require a unit of measure.
  Causes:
  
  Missing UoM in Master Data: The specified unit of measure has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect UoM in Document: The UoM used in the transaction does not match any of the UoMs defined for the material or product.
  
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure might not be properly configured in the relevant settings (e.g., in the material master or in the UoM conversion settings).
  Data Entry Errors: Typographical errors when entering the UoM can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check UoM in Material Master:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03) and check if the UoM is defined