How To Fix GHO_FC_DIF071 - Conversion Factor Value is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_DIF - Message class for DIF Forecasting

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Conversion Factor Value is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF071 - Conversion Factor Value is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF071: Conversion Factor Value is not maintained typically occurs in the context of financial or material management when a conversion factor for a specific unit of measure is not defined in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with foreign currency transactions, material movements, or when trying to perform calculations that require unit conversions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Factor: The primary cause of this error is that the conversion factor for the specified unit of measure has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used may not have a corresponding conversion factor defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to units of measure or currency conversion in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Maintain Conversion Factor:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion).
  Check if the conversion factor for the relevant unit of measure is defined.
  If it is not defined, create a new entry and maintain the appropriate conversion factor.
  
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are using is correctly set up in the system.
  Verify that the unit of measure is active and properly linked to the relevant material or financial objects.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to units of measure and currency conversion in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, SD, FI).
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to unit of measure and conversion factors for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates (for currency-related issues)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to unit of measure settings in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_FC_DIF071 error and maintain the necessary conversion factors in your SAP system.