How To Fix GLPL301 - Enter base unit of measure in the general selections

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLPL - Message class planning FI-SL/GL

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Enter base unit of measure in the general selections

What causes this issue?

You have entered a quantity in your layout. To complete this, you also
need to enter the base unit of measure in the general selections.

System Response

The system waits until you have entered the base unit of measure.

How to fix this error?

Choose Edit -> General selection -> Display/change. Set the "Base unit
of measure" indicator in the dialog box. Only enter a fixed value or
variable in the "From" characteristic values section.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLPL301 - Enter base unit of measure in the general selections ?

  The SAP error message GLPL301, which states "Enter base unit of measure in the general selections," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when users are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a base unit of measure to be specified but has not been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a specified base unit of measure in the selection criteria of a report or transaction. This is often required for operations involving materials, inventory, or financial postings where the system needs to know the unit of measure to process the data correctly.
  Solution:
  To resolve the GLPL301 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: When you are in the selection screen of the report or transaction, look for a field labeled "Base Unit of Measure" or similar. Ensure that you enter a valid unit of measure that corresponds to the materials or items you are working with.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: If you are unsure of the correct base unit of measure, you can check the material master data for the relevant materials. You can do this by navigating to the material master transaction (MM03) and reviewing the basic data view.
  
  
  Default Settings: If you frequently encounter this error, consider setting a default base unit of measure in your user profile or customizing the report to include a default value.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a specific report or transaction, refer to the SAP documentation or help files for that report to understand the required fields and their significance.
  
  
  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:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, the unit of measure is a critical component for inventory management, purchasing, and sales processes. It defines how quantities of materials are measured and managed.
  Material Master: The material master record contains all the information related to a material, including its base unit of measure, which is essential for various transactions in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and others that may require unit of measure inputs.
  
  By ensuring that the base unit of measure is correctly specified in your selections, you should be able to resolve the GLPL301 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.