How To Fix /CWM/MD005 - You can only define one parallel unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MD -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: You can only define one parallel unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MD005 - You can only define one parallel unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MD005: You can only define one parallel unit of measure typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with material master data in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to define multiple parallel units of measure for a material, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Parallel Units Defined: The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected more than one parallel unit of measure defined for a material. In SAP, you can only have one parallel unit of measure for a material, which is used for conversion purposes.
  Data Entry Error: It may also arise from incorrect data entry or configuration in the material master record.
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues in the configuration settings related to units of measure in the material master.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 or MM03).
  Check the "Units of Measure" view to see if there are multiple parallel units defined.
  If you find more than one, you need to remove the additional parallel unit and keep only one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you are working with a custom configuration or enhancement, ensure that the logic does not allow for multiple parallel units to be defined.
  Review the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that the settings for units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any inconsistencies that may lead to this error.
  Use transaction codes like MMR1 or MMR2 to check and correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing units of measure in the material master.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Parallel Unit of Measure: This is a secondary unit of measure that can be used alongside the base unit of measure for a material. It is typically used for conversion purposes.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP, and it includes various views such as basic data, purchasing, sales, and units of measure.
  Units of Measure Configuration: Units of measure can be configured in SAP through the customizing settings, where you can define the relationships between different units of measure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your material master data is correctly configured.