How To Fix DU036 - Enter an increment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DU - Data transfer to SAP-EIS

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Enter an increment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DU036 - Enter an increment ?

  The SAP error message DU036 ("Enter an increment") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data when a user is trying to enter a quantity or value that does not conform to the expected increment or unit of measure defined for that material.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The material may have a defined unit of measure that requires quantities to be entered in specific increments (e.g., multiples of 10, 100, etc.).
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the material master or the relevant configuration may enforce specific increments for certain operations.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a quantity that does not match the required increment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Verify the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Increment Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific increment settings defined for the material in the configuration (transaction code OMLV for example).
  Ensure that the increment settings align with the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantity:
  
  If the quantity entered is incorrect, adjust it to match the required increment. For example, if the increment is 10, enter a quantity that is a multiple of 10.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or user manuals that pertain to the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, SD).
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), OMLV (Define Units of Measure).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering quantities and understanding unit of measure settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DU036 error and ensure that quantities are entered correctly in SAP.