How To Fix FKKBIX2159 - Selection contains items with quantities of various units of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX2 - Billing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Selection contains items with quantities of various units of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX2159 - Selection contains items with quantities of various units of measure ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX2159 indicates that there is an issue with the selection of items in a transaction where the quantities of the items are expressed in different units of measure (UoM). This typically occurs in financial or logistics transactions where items are being processed together, but they cannot be combined due to differing units of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Different Units of Measure: The primary cause of this error is that the items selected for processing have different units of measure. For example, one item might be in kilograms while another is in grams, or one might be in pieces while another is in boxes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data where the units of measure are not set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently selected items with different units of measure during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selected Items: Review the items you have selected for processing. Ensure that all items have the same unit of measure. If they do not, you will need to separate them into different transactions based on their units of measure.
  Convert Units of Measure: If applicable, convert the quantities of the items to a common unit of measure before processing. This may involve adjusting the quantities in the system or using conversion factors.
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master records for the items involved. Ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined and that the conversion factors are set up properly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling units of measure in the context of the transaction you are working with.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to select items correctly and understand units of measure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as those related to invoice processing, goods movement, or inventory management.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for units of measure in SAP, which can be found in the material master (MM) settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the FKKBIX2159 error and proceed with your transaction.