How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE157 - System cannot convert quantities from &1 to &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 157

• Message text: System cannot convert quantities from &1 to &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE157 - System cannot convert quantities from &1 to &2. ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE157 indicates that the system is unable to convert quantities from one unit of measure (UoM) to another. This typically occurs in the context of financial or material planning where different units of measure are involved, and the system cannot find a valid conversion factor.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Conversion Factor: The most common cause is that there is no defined conversion factor between the two units of measure in the system.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The units of measure being used may not be compatible or correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the material master or the relevant settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when specifying quantities or units of measure can lead to this error.
  Inactive or Incorrectly Defined UoM: The unit of measure may be inactive or not properly defined in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMN3 (for maintaining units of measure) and check if the conversion factors between the two units are defined.
  Ensure that both units of measure are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If the conversion factor is missing, you can define it in the material master record (transaction code MM02) under the "Units of Measure" tab.
  Ensure that the conversion factors are accurate and reflect the correct relationship between the units.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the relevant material to ensure that the units of measure are correctly assigned and that the data is consistent.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Review the data entry process to ensure that the correct units of measure are being used and that there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on unit of measure conversions and related configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OMN3: Maintain Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to unit of measure settings and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FCOM_PLANNING_CORE157 error in SAP.