How To Fix GP537 - Enter a unit with an output factor

GP537 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 537

• Message text: Enter a unit with an output factor

What causes this issue?

You want to define the output for an activity type and have entered the
respective output factor. However, to store an output in the data
bases, you need to enter a unit of output (such as piece).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter the unit of output, or
Cancel the output factor again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP537 - Enter a unit with an output factor ?

  The SAP error message GP537 "Enter a unit with an output factor" typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management when you are trying to enter a unit of measure (UoM) that requires an output factor but none has been specified. This is often related to the configuration of materials or production processes in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Factor: The unit of measure you are trying to use is defined in the system but does not have an associated output factor. An output factor is necessary for converting between different units of measure.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to enter may not be appropriate for the context in which you are working (e.g., it may not be defined correctly in the material master).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the relevant settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material