How To Fix FKKBIX631 - Enter a unit for the reference field of the basis of the condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX - Conv.Inv.: Billing (Invoice Preprocessing)

• Message number: 631

• Message text: Enter a unit for the reference field of the basis of the condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX631 - Enter a unit for the reference field of the basis of the condition ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX631, which states "Enter a unit for the reference field of the basis of the condition," typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP, particularly when dealing with condition types that require a unit of measure (UoM) for the basis of the condition.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The condition record you are trying to create or modify does not have a unit of measure specified for the reference field. This is often required for conditions that are based on quantities or amounts.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the condition type may not be set up correctly to handle units of measure, or the relevant fields may not be properly defined in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple oversight where the user forgot to enter the unit of measure in the relevant field.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Record:
  
  Go to the condition record in question (using transaction codes like VK11, VK12, or VK13).
  Ensure that the unit of measure is entered in the appropriate field for the condition record.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant sales document or purchasing document.
  Ensure that the condition type in question is configured to require a unit of measure and that the reference field is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the condition is based on material or customer master data, ensure that the relevant master records have the necessary unit of measure defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or configuration guides related to the specific condition type and pricing procedure to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing condition records.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Understand how units of measure are configured in SAP, including the use of the T006 table, which contains unit of measure definitions.
  Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure configuration in transaction V/08 to ensure that all condition types are set up correctly.
  
  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 pricing and conditions.