How To Fix /CWM/IDGT001 - Use base UoM and quantity for material &1 in billing &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/IDGT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Use base UoM and quantity for material &1 in billing &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/IDGT001 - Use base UoM and quantity for material &1 in billing &2 ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/IDGT001 Use base UoM and quantity for material &1 in billing &2 typically occurs in the context of billing processes, particularly when dealing with materials that have different units of measure (UoM). This error indicates that the system expects the billing document to use the base unit of measure and quantity for the specified material, but it has detected a discrepancy.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The billing document is using a different unit of measure than the base unit of measure defined for the material in the material master.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected behavior for unit of measure handling.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the billing process could lead to this error, such as entering a quantity in a non-base unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the base unit of measure and ensure that it is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Billing Document:
  
  Check the billing document (transaction code VF03) to see what unit of measure and quantity are being used.
  Ensure that the billing document is using the base unit of measure for the material.
  
  
  
  Adjust Billing Document:
  
  If the billing document is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to use the base unit of measure and quantity. This may involve creating a new billing document or modifying the existing one.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to unit of measure handling in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling units of measure in billing processes.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users involved in the billing process are trained on the importance of using the correct units of measure and how to check them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, each material can have multiple units of measure, but the base unit of measure is the primary unit used for inventory management and billing.
  Material Master: The material master record contains all the information related to a material, including its units of measure.
  Billing Document Types: Different billing document types may have specific requirements regarding units of measure, so it's important to understand the context in which the error occurs.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.