How To Fix FTR_TEX1620 - Unit of measure &1 does not carry a dimension

FTR_TEX1620 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TEX1 - Messages for raw exposures

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 does not carry a dimension

What causes this issue?

The unit of measure &V1& does not have a dimension assigned. Typically
these are units used for commodity pricing.

System Response

As the system cannot convert such units, they are not allowed in
exposure management

How to fix this error?

Use instead a unit of measure that carries a valid dimension. These are
all Units with a SI unit assigned.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TEX1620 - Unit of measure &1 does not carry a dimension ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TEX1620 indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) you are trying to use does not have a defined dimension. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management, where units of measure are crucial for accurate calculations and reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dimension Definition: The unit of measure you are using is not defined with a dimension in the system. Dimensions are necessary for SAP to understand how to interpret the unit of measure (e.g., weight, volume, currency).
  Incorrect UoM Assignment: The unit of measure may have been incorrectly assigned or configured in the system.
  Custom UoM: If you are using a custom unit of measure, it may not have been properly set up in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) in SAP.
  Look for the unit of measure that is causing the error and check