How To Fix GHO_ALLOC_UI031 - 'UOM Group' is a mandatory field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_ALLOC_UI - Message Class for UI for Allocation

• Message number: 031

• Message text: 'UOM Group' is a mandatory field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_ALLOC_UI031 - 'UOM Group' is a mandatory field ?

  The SAP error message GHO_ALLOC_UI031 indicates that the "UOM Group" (Unit of Measure Group) is a mandatory field that has not been filled in during a transaction or process. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management, material master data, or during the allocation of goods.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UOM Group: The UOM Group field is required for the transaction you are trying to perform, but it has not been populated.
  Configuration Issues: The UOM Group may not be properly configured in the system, or the material being processed may not have a UOM Group assigned.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the UOM Group when creating or modifying a record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check if the UOM Group is assigned in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales).
  If it is missing, you may need to update the material master (transaction code MM02) to include the UOM Group.
  
  
  
  Enter UOM Group:
  
  If you are in a transaction that requires the UOM Group, ensure that you fill in this field before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings for UOM Groups in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the UOM Groups are defined and that the materials are assigned to the correct groups.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for the specific transaction you are working with to understand the requirements for the UOM Group.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UOM): This is a standard measurement used to quantify goods. UOM Groups help in categorizing materials based on their measurement units.
  Material Master: This is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP, and it includes various views that define how materials are managed in different processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  By ensuring that the UOM Group is correctly assigned and populated, you should be able to resolve the GHO_ALLOC_UI031 error.