How To Fix KG220 - Different units of measure are not allowed for account "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Different units of measure are not allowed for account "&"

What causes this issue?

You tried to transfer quantities in different units to the same
account. This is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Check the account derivation rules to see whether you really want to
transfer different quantity fields to the same account. If so, the
quantities in these fields need to be in the same unit.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG220 - Different units of measure are not allowed for account "&" ?

  The SAP error message KG220 indicates that there is a mismatch in the units of measure for a specific account in the context of cost accounting or controlling. This error typically arises when you are trying to post or process data that involves different units of measure for the same account, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Different Units of Measure: The primary cause of this error is that the account in question is set up to accept only one specific unit of measure, but the transaction you are trying to execute involves a different unit of measure.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the account in the controlling area may not allow for multiple units of measure.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the unit of measure used does not match the expected unit for that account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration: 
  
  Go to the account settings in the controlling area and verify the unit of measure settings. Ensure that the account is configured to accept the unit of measure you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Standardize Units of Measure:
  
  Ensure that all postings to the account are done using the same unit of measure. If necessary, convert the units before posting.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction data you are trying to post. Make sure that the unit of measure used matches the unit of measure defined for the account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific configuration settings for the account in question.
  
  
  
  Use Conversion:
  
  If you need to work with different units of measure, consider using conversion factors to convert the units to the required standard before posting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKB9 (for account assignment) or KS01 (for creating cost centers) to check or modify account settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling unit of measure issues.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of unit of measure handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KG220 error and ensure that your postings are compliant with the unit of measure requirements for the specified account.