How To Fix /CWM/MD019 - Parallel unit of measure becomes valuation unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MD -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Parallel unit of measure becomes valuation unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MD019 - Parallel unit of measure becomes valuation unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MD019 Parallel unit of measure becomes valuation unit of measure typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Warehouse Management (WM) when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the unit of measure settings for a material. This error is often related to the configuration of units of measure in the material master data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The error usually arises when the system detects that the parallel unit of measure (which is used for inventory management) is being treated as the valuation unit of measure (which is used for financial valuation). This can happen if the configuration settings for the material master are not aligned properly.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: If the material master record has been incorrectly set up, such as having the same unit of measure for both valuation and parallel purposes, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the material, such as incorrect unit conversions or missing entries in the unit of measure tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and checking the "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" views.
  
  
  Adjust Unit of Measure Settings: If the parallel unit of measure is incorrectly set as the valuation unit of measure, you may need to adjust the settings. This can be done in the material master by changing the unit of measure settings to ensure that the valuation unit of measure is distinct from the parallel unit of measure.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to units of measure. This can be done through the SPRO transaction (Customizing) under the following path:
  
  Logistics -> Material Management -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Define Units of Measure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to unit of measure configuration for further guidance on how to set up and manage units of measure correctly.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur. Create or modify a material to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may provide specific notes or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure in SAP, such as base unit of measure, alternative unit of measure, and parallel unit of measure.
  Material Valuation: Familiarize yourself with how material valuation works in SAP, including the impact of unit of measure on inventory valuation and financial reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /CWM/MD019 Parallel unit of measure becomes valuation unit of measure.