How To Fix EIN306 - Commodity code &1 is assigned to special unit of measure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIN - Foreign Trade: General Messages - Continuation

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Commodity code &1 is assigned to special unit of measure &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIN306 - Commodity code &1 is assigned to special unit of measure &2 ?

  The SAP error message EIN306 indicates that a commodity code is assigned to a special unit of measure that is not compatible with the transaction you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with material master data and commodity codes.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Unit of Measure: The commodity code you are trying to use is linked to a special unit of measure that does not match the unit of measure you are using in your transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that incorrectly link the commodity code to a unit of measure that is not intended for general use.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong commodity code or unit of measure is being selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Commodity Code Assignment:
  
  Go to the material master record and check the commodity code assigned to the material.
  Verify the unit of measure associated with that commodity code.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is compatible with the commodity code.
  If necessary, adjust the unit of measure settings in the material master.
  
  
  
  Update Material Master:
  
  If the commodity code is incorrectly assigned, you may need to update the material master to assign the correct commodity code or unit of measure.
  Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for commodity codes and units of measure in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the configuration aligns with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to commodity codes and units of measure for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the material master and commodity codes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EIN306 error and implement a solution to resolve it.