How To Fix EI266 - No special unit of measure possible for goods number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 266

• Message text: No special unit of measure possible for goods number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI266 - No special unit of measure possible for goods number & ?

  The SAP error message EI266 "No special unit of measure possible for goods number &" typically occurs when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) configuration for a specific material or goods number in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, inventory management, or when creating purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The material may not have a special unit of measure defined in the material master data.
  Incorrect UoM Settings: The unit of measure settings may not be correctly configured for the material, leading to inconsistencies.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, particularly in the "Units of Measure" view.
  Incompatibility: The special unit of measure being used may not be compatible with the base unit of measure defined for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Units of Measure" view to ensure that the special unit of measure is defined and correctly configured.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Define Special Units of Measure:
  
  If the special unit of measure is not defined, you can add it in the material master under the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that the conversion factors between the base unit of measure and the special unit of measure are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path to ensure that the special units of measure are allowed for the material type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on units of measure and material master data management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration) settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  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.