How To Fix IW133 - Unit for planned work changed, since plan/actual work must be same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Unit for planned work changed, since plan/actual work must be same

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW133 - Unit for planned work changed, since plan/actual work must be same ?

  The SAP error message IW133 ("Unit for planned work changed, since plan/actual work must be same") typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) when there is a mismatch between the units of measure for planned work and actual work. This can happen when the unit of measure for the planned work is changed after the order has been created, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Change: The unit of measure for planned work (e.g., hours, days) has been changed after the order was created, but the actual work recorded still uses the original unit.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation or modification of the work order can lead to discrepancies in units of measure.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system regarding units of measure for work orders or operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Correct Units of Measure:
  
  Go to the work order in question