How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON230 - & is not a primary unit of measurement of "time" (-> input help)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON -

• Message number: 230

• Message text: & is not a primary unit of measurement of "time" (-> input help)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON230 - & is not a primary unit of measurement of "time" (-> input help) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON230 & is not a primary unit of measurement of "time" (-> input help) typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or similar modules where time-related measurements are involved. This error indicates that the unit of measurement you are trying to use is not recognized as a primary unit of measurement for time in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measurement: The unit of measurement you are trying to use (represented by & in the error message) is not defined as a primary time unit in the SAP system. Common primary time units include seconds, minutes, hours, etc.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the unit of measurement is not properly set up or linked to the relevant time category.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect unit of measurement that does not correspond to time.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measurement:
  
  Verify the unit of measurement you are trying to use. Ensure that it is a valid time unit recognized by SAP.
  You can check the list of units of measurement in SAP by navigating to the relevant configuration settings (usually found in the customizing transaction SPRO).
  
  
  
  Use Input Help:
  
  The error message suggests using input help. Click on the input help icon (F4) next to the field where you are entering the unit of measurement. This will provide a list of valid units of measurement for time.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for units of measurement in the relevant module (e.g., Plant Maintenance).
  Ensure that the unit of measurement is correctly defined and categorized as a time unit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up and manage units of measurement in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  
  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 who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CUNI (for maintaining units of measurement) to check or modify the unit definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct units of measurement to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct units of measurement are being used in your SAP system.