How To Fix EEDM_RTP044 - Unit of measurement &1 does not have dimension &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDM_RTP - Messages for EDM RTP Project

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Unit of measurement &1 does not have dimension &2

What causes this issue?

In the basic settings in Customizing, it is defined that the unit of
measurement &v1& has the dimension &v2&.

System Response

The entry cannot be copied.

How to fix this error?

Specify a unit of measurement with the dimension &v2&, or change the
dimension to &v3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDM_RTP044 - Unit of measurement &1 does not have dimension &2 ?

  The SAP error message EEDM_RTP044, which states "Unit of measurement &1 does not have dimension &2," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the unit of measurement (UoM) being used and the expected dimension in the system. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving material master data, inventory management, or when working with units of measure in various transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measurement: The unit of measurement being used (represented by &1) is not defined with the expected dimension (represented by &2) in the system. For example, if you are trying to use a unit of measurement that is not compatible with the expected physical dimension (like weight, volume, length, etc.), this error will occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system where the unit of measurement is not properly set up in the relevant tables (like T006 for units of measure).
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered an incorrect unit of measurement in a transaction or master data record.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measurement Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OMN1 or T006 to check the configuration of the unit of measurement. Ensure that the unit of measurement you are using is defined correctly and has the appropriate dimension assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a transaction involving a material, check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the correct unit of measurement is assigned and that it is compatible with the expected dimension.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the unit of measurement in the relevant transaction or master data record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the unit of measurement and dimensions relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a configuration issue that requires deeper investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measurement Tables: Familiarize yourself with relevant tables such as T006 (Units of Measure) and T006A (Units of Measure: Language-Dependent Texts) for understanding how units are defined in your SAP system.
  Dimension Types: Understand the different dimension types (like length, mass, volume, etc.) and how they relate to the units of measurement in your business context.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.