How To Fix DG652 - Enter a unit of measurement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Enter a unit of measurement

What causes this issue?

You have tried to enter a value for a temperature or a quantity. A unit
of measurement must be assigned to this value.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify the unit of measurement or delete the value for the temperature
or quantity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG652 - Enter a unit of measurement ?

  The SAP error message DG652 ("Enter a unit of measurement") typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or material master) without specifying a required unit of measurement (UoM). This error is common in scenarios where the system expects a UoM to be defined for a particular quantity or item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measurement: The most common cause is that the unit of measurement field is left blank when it is required.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master may not have a defined unit of measurement, or the unit of measurement may not be valid for the transaction being performed.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip the UoM field or enter an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Unit of Measurement: Ensure that you fill in the unit of measurement field when creating or modifying the document. This could be units like "EA" (each), "KG" (kilograms), "L" (liters), etc.
  Check Material Master Data: If you are working with a material, verify that the material master data is correctly set up with the appropriate units of measurement. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Checking the Basic Data view for the UoM settings.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the units of measurement are correctly defined and linked to the relevant materials or transactions.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct unit of measurement to use, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the specific materials or processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material management include MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Unit of Measurement Tables: The relevant tables in SAP that store unit of measurement data include:
  
  T006 (Units of Measure)
  T006A (Units of Measure: Language-dependent Texts)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering a unit of measurement and how to do so correctly.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.