How To Fix KV105 - Base unit for material (&1) not same as order unit (delivery unit) (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Base unit for material (&1) not same as order unit (delivery unit) (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV105 - Base unit for material (&1) not same as order unit (delivery unit) (&2) ?

  The SAP error message KV105 indicates a mismatch between the base unit of measure for a material and the order unit (or delivery unit) specified in a transaction. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving sales orders, deliveries, or inventory management where the system expects the units to be consistent.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The base unit of measure for the material is different from the unit of measure used in the order or delivery. For example, if the base unit is set to "pieces" but the order is placed in "boxes," this mismatch will trigger the error.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly configured. The base unit of measure and the order unit should be aligned.
  Transaction Data: The transaction data (like sales order or delivery) may have been entered incorrectly, specifying a different unit of measure than what is defined in the material master.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the base unit of measure.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined and matches the expected unit for transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Order/Delivery Unit:
  
  Check the sales order or delivery document to see what unit of measure is being used.
  If necessary, change the order or delivery unit to match the base unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the mismatch is due to configuration settings, you may need to adjust the settings in the material management or sales and distribution modules to ensure that the units of measure are consistent across the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on unit of measure settings and best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, each material can have multiple units of measure defined, including base unit, order unit, and sales unit. Understanding how these units interact is crucial for avoiding errors.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to unit of measure mismatches.
  
  By ensuring that the base unit of measure and the order/delivery unit are consistent, you can resolve the KV105 error and prevent it from occurring in future transactions.