How To Fix ICH_BIF093 - Item &1: Unit of measure &2 for a time series is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICH_BIF - Outbound Message Processing

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Item &1: Unit of measure &2 for a time series is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICH_BIF093 - Item &1: Unit of measure &2 for a time series is invalid ?

  The SAP error message ICH_BIF093 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a time series item in your SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system encounters a unit of measure that is not valid for the specified item.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified for the time series item is not recognized or is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the master data or in the settings related to the time series.
  Data Entry Errors: The unit of measure may have been incorrectly entered or may not match the expected values for the item.
  Missing Master Data: The master data for the item may not be properly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure (UoM) specified for the item is valid. You can do this by checking the UoM settings in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, info records).
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the item is complete and correctly configured. This includes checking the UoM settings in the material master or other relevant data records.
  Correct Data Entry: If the UoM was entered incorrectly, correct it in the relevant data entry screen or master data record.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings related to units of measure in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., customizing settings for IBP or APO).
  Test with Different UoM: If applicable, try using a different unit of measure that is known to be valid for the item to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on units of measure and how they are configured in your specific SAP module (IBP, APO, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.