How To Fix KE_CACO005 - No unit of measure field exists for quantity field &1 from op.concern &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE_CACO - Change of Assignment KOKRS - ERKRS

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No unit of measure field exists for quantity field &1 from op.concern &2

What causes this issue?

Quantity field &V1& from operating concern &V2& is assigned to value
field &V3& from operating concern &V4&. However, the appropriate
quantity field for &V1& is missing.

System Response

The assignment is not copied.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CACO005 - No unit of measure field exists for quantity field &1 from op.concern &2 ?

  The SAP error message KE_CACO005 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a quantity field in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid unit of measure for a specific quantity field in the operational concern specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause is that the unit of measure has not been defined for the quantity field in the operational concern.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the operational concern that prevent the system from recognizing the unit of measure.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the absence of a unit of measure.
  Custom Fields: If custom fields are being used, they may not have been properly configured to include a unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the operational concern in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is defined for the relevant quantity fields.
  Verify that the settings for the controlling area and operational concern are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the materials, products, or services involved in the transaction.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly assigned in the material master or relevant master data records.
  
  
  
  Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data that is causing the error. Ensure that the data being posted includes valid units of measure.
  If necessary, correct any inconsistencies in the transaction data.
  
  
  
  Custom Development:
  
  If custom fields are involved, review the custom development to ensure that the unit of measure is being handled correctly.
  Consult with your ABAP developer or technical team to ensure that the custom fields are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  Monitor the system for any similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKKP (Controlling Area) or KE4S (Profitability Analysis) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring units of measure in controlling and profitability analysis.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.