How To Fix DCFL_MASTERDTA_CHECK052 - Base unit of measure &1 not valid for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DCFL_MASTERDTA_CHECK - Decoupling: Messages for Masterdata Check

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Base unit of measure &1 not valid for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DCFL_MASTERDTA_CHECK052 - Base unit of measure &1 not valid for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message DCFL_MASTERDTA_CHECK052 indicates that the base unit of measure (UoM) specified for a material is not valid. This error typically arises during processes such as material master data creation or modification, where the system checks the validity of the base unit of measure against the defined settings for that material.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Base Unit of Measure: The base unit of measure specified for the material does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have specific requirements for the base unit of measure that are not being met.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the material master or the unit of measure settings may not be aligned with the material being created or modified.
  Missing UoM Conversion: If the base unit of measure is not properly linked to other units of measure in the system, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Base Unit