How To Fix CS102 - Define the capacity unit or the unit of measure of the capacity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS - Logistics Customizing

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Define the capacity unit or the unit of measure of the capacity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS102 - Define the capacity unit or the unit of measure of the capacity ?

  The SAP error message CS102, which states "Define the capacity unit or the unit of measure of the capacity," typically occurs in the context of production planning and capacity management. This error indicates that the system requires a definition for the capacity unit or the unit of measure associated with a particular capacity-related object, such as a work center or a production resource.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The capacity unit or unit of measure for a work center or production resource has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the capacity unit or unit of measure may be incorrectly configured or not aligned with the expected values.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to work centers or production resources.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CS102 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CR01 (Create Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center).
  Verify that the capacity unit is defined in the work center settings. Ensure that the "Capacity" tab has the correct unit of measure specified.
  
  
  
  Define Capacity Unit:
  
  If the capacity unit is missing, you can define it by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to: Production -> Capacity Requirements Planning -> Work Centers -> Define Work Center.
  Ensure that the capacity unit is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure used for capacity is defined in the system. You can check this in the transaction code CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure).
  If the unit of measure is not defined, you can create it.
  
  
  
  Review Related Master Data:
  
  Check other related master data, such as routing or production versions, to ensure that they are correctly linked to the work center and that they reference the correct capacity unit.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or modify the relevant production order or capacity planning object again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01 / CR02: Create/Change Work Center
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  SPRO: Access SAP Reference IMG
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on work center configuration and capacity planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CS102 error and ensure that the capacity unit or unit of measure is properly defined in your SAP system.