How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN293 - Quantity unit &1 is not defined in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Quantity unit &1 is not defined in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN293 - Quantity unit &1 is not defined in the system ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN293 indicates that the quantity unit specified in a contract or related document is not defined in the system. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of contract management or financial agreements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure (UoM): The specified quantity unit (e.g., EA for each, KG for kilograms) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the relevant SAP settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the contract or document where the quantity unit is specified.
  Master Data Issues: The material or service associated with the contract may not have the required unit of measure defined in its master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure) to check if the unit of measure is defined.
  If it is not defined, you can create a new entry for the required unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for the relevant material or service.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Details:
  
  Check the contract or document where the error occurred. Ensure that the quantity unit is correctly entered and matches the defined units in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME33K: Display Contract
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on unit of measure configuration and contract management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to unit of measure settings or material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN293.