How To Fix IU836 - No ICNV candidates exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IU - Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 836

• Message text: No ICNV candidates exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IU836 - No ICNV candidates exist ?

  The SAP error message IU836 "No ICNV candidates exist" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the conversion of units of measure (UoM) or when trying to perform a conversion that requires a specific configuration that is not available. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving material management, inventory management, or sales and distribution processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The most common cause of this error is that there are no defined conversion factors for the units of measure involved in the transaction. This means that the system does not know how to convert between the specified units.
  
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used may not be correctly defined in the system or may not be compatible with the other units involved in the transaction.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the unit of measure settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the units of measure that are being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) in SAP.
  Verify that the necessary conversion factors are defined for the units of measure you are trying to use. If they are missing, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the units of measure section to ensure that the correct units are defined and that conversion factors are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If conversion factors are missing, you can define them in the material master or through the unit of measure conversion settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the units of measure. This may involve checking for any recent changes or updates that could have affected the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure conversions and related settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CUNI - Unit of Measure Conversion
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IU836 error in your SAP system.