How To Fix DBOSC480 - Unit conversion failed: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 480

• Message text: Unit conversion failed: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC480 - Unit conversion failed: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC480 with the description "Unit conversion failed: &1 &2 &3 &4" typically indicates that there is an issue with converting units of measurement in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of materials, inventory management, or when dealing with quantities in different units.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure (UoM) Conversion: The system may not have a defined conversion factor between the units involved.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The units being used may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the unit of measure settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in transactions or master data can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the material master or other related tables may be inconsistent or incomplete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) to