How To Fix EAMVE026 - UoM &1 cannot be converted to base UoM of material (&4); &2 &3 added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMVE - Message class for EAM VE integration

• Message number: 026

• Message text: UoM &1 cannot be converted to base UoM of material (&4); &2 &3 added

What causes this issue?

You selected a spare part and want to copy it to the list. This spare
part is assigned to material &V4&. However, the system could not find a
valid factor for converting unit of measure &V1& to the base unit of
measure of material &V4&. The unit of measure of the spare part
therefore cannot be converted.

System Response

If you selected this material for the first time, the system copies
material &V4& to the list and replaces the unit of measure with the base
unit of measure of material &V4&.
If you have already copied material &V4& to the list, the system adds
the quantity of &V2& &V3& to the line with material &V4&.

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?

Check the quantity of material &V4& in the spare parts list and change
it as required.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMVE026 - UoM &1 cannot be converted to base UoM of material (&4); &2 &3 added ?

  The SAP error message EAMVE026 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) conversion for a material in the system. Specifically, it means that the unit of measure you are trying to use cannot be converted to the base unit of measure defined for that material. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management, purchasing, or production processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use is not defined in the system or is not compatible with the base unit of measure for the material.
  Missing Conversion Factors: There may be no conversion factors defined between the unit of measure you are using and the base unit of measure.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in unit of measure definitions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined and that the unit of measure you are trying to use is listed as an alternative unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If the unit of measure is valid but lacks conversion factors, you can define them in the material master under the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that the conversion factors are correctly set up to allow for conversion between the units.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system (transaction code OME1 for UoM settings).
  Ensure that the necessary units of measure are defined and that they are linked correctly to the materials.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OME1: Maintain Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to unit of measure conversions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.