How To Fix EPROD068 - Quantity basis &1 cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPROD - Messages for IS-U Master Data Templates

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Quantity basis &1 cannot be converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPROD068 - Quantity basis &1 cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message EPROD068, which states "Quantity basis &1 cannot be converted," typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when there is an issue with the conversion of quantities between different units of measure. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of production orders, purchase orders, or when handling inventory.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Configuration: The error often arises when the system cannot find a valid conversion factor between the specified quantity basis (UoM) and the target UoM. This can happen if:
  
  The UoM is not defined in the system.
  The conversion factors between the UoMs are not set up correctly.
  The UoM is not allowed for the specific material or transaction type.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data: If the material master data is incomplete or incorrect, particularly in the UoM settings, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Transaction Context: The error may also occur if the transaction context does not support the conversion of the specified quantity basis.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) to check if the UoM is defined and if the conversion factors are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the UoM you are trying to convert from and to are both defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and check the UoM settings.
  Ensure that the UoM is correctly assigned in the material master and that the conversion factors are defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the settings and ensure that the UoM being used is appropriate for that transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on UoM conversions and related settings.
  
  
  
  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 system-specific issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of UoMs (base unit, alternative unit, etc.) and how they interact in SAP.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the relevant views in the material master that pertain to UoM settings (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to UoM and material management include:
  
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EPROD068 error in SAP.