How To Fix GHO_FC_DIF181 - Conversion Factor UOM not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_DIF - Message class for DIF Forecasting

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Conversion Factor UOM not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF181 - Conversion Factor UOM not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF181: Conversion Factor UOM not maintained typically occurs in the context of material management or when dealing with unit of measure (UOM) conversions in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a conversion factor for the specified unit of measure, which is necessary for processing transactions involving different units.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Factor: The primary cause of this error is that the conversion factor for the specified unit of measure is not maintained in the material master or the relevant configuration settings.
  Incorrect UOM Configuration: The units of measure may not be properly defined or linked in the system.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may not have the necessary UOM settings configured correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" views to ensure that the UOM and conversion factors are correctly maintained.
  If the conversion factor is missing, you can add it by editing the material master (transaction code MM02).
  
  
  
  Maintain UOM Conversion:
  
  Navigate to the UOM conversion settings (transaction code CUNI).
  Ensure that the conversion factors between the relevant units of measure are defined. If not, create the necessary entries.
  
  
  
  Review UOM Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Units of Measure and ensure that the UOM settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not interfering with standard UOM processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UOM): In SAP, UOM is used to define how quantities of materials are measured (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP, including data on purchasing, sales, and inventory management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.