How To Fix KS079 - Unit of measure & is not allowed

KS079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Unit of measure & is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The unit of measure you are using is invalid. Valid language-dependent
units of measure are found in tables T006B and T006C.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain internal and external language-dependent units of measure in
table T006. Check whether all internal quantity units are translated
into your logon language.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS079 - Unit of measure & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message KS079, which states "Unit of measure & is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a transaction or master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used in the transaction is not defined or allowed in the system for the specific context (e.g., cost center, internal order).
  
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the relevant master data or in the settings for the cost center or internal order.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error or incorrect selection of the unit of measure during data entry.
  Master Data Inconsistencies: The unit of measure may not be assigned to the material or service being used in the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure being used