How To Fix KE_CHACO005 - 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_CHACO - Message class for operating concern merge/split

• Message number: 005

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

MESS 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 quantity
field &V3& from operating concern &V4&. However, there is no
appropriate unit of measure field for quantity field &V1&.

System Response

The assignment is not transferred.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CHACO005 - No unit of measure field exists for quantity field &1 from op.concern &2 ?

  The SAP error message KE_CHACO005 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 corresponding unit of measure for a specific quantity field in the operational concern.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure has not been defined for the specific quantity field in the operational concern.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an issue with the data being entered, such as incorrect or missing values that do not correspond to the expected units of measure.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the material or service may not be properly maintained, leading to discrepancies in the 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 CO-PA and ensure that the unit of measure is defined for the relevant quantity fields.
  Use transaction code KEA0 to check the settings for the operational concern.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the materials or services involved is correctly maintained, including the unit of measure settings.
  Check the material master (transaction code MM03) or the service master to verify the UoM.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Review the data being entered to ensure that it matches the expected format and values for the unit of measure.
  If using custom fields, ensure that they are properly configured to include a unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the operational concern and the relevant quantity fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KEA0 (to configure operational concerns), MM03 (to view material master data), and KE52 (to maintain CO-PA characteristics).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KE_CHACO005 error in your SAP system.