How To Fix KW153 - There is no unit of measurement with the abbreviation "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 153

• Message text: There is no unit of measurement with the abbreviation "&1"

What causes this issue?

As a unit of measure you input &v1&, which the system does not
recognize.

System Response

The processing will be cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Please choose a valid unit of measure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW153 - There is no unit of measurement with the abbreviation "&1" ?

  The SAP error message KW153 indicates that the system cannot find a unit of measurement (UoM) corresponding to the abbreviation specified in the error message (represented by "&1"). This typically occurs when you are trying to enter or process data that requires a specific unit of measurement, but the system does not recognize it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM Definition: The unit of measurement you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect UoM Abbreviation: The abbreviation you are using may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Inactive UoM: The unit of measurement may exist but is inactive or not set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to units of measurement in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure) in SAP.
  Check if the unit of measurement with the specified abbreviation exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify UoM:
  
  If the UoM is missing, you can create it by clicking on the "New Entries" button and filling in the required fields (e.g., UoM abbreviation, description, etc.).
  If the UoM exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it or correct any configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Verify UoM Usage:
  
  Ensure that the UoM you are trying to use is appropriate for the context in which you are working (e.g., material master, sales order, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the abbreviation you are using for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct UoM to use, consult your organization's documentation or speak with a colleague who is knowledgeable about the specific business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CUNI: To manage units of measurement.
  MM02: To change material master data, where you can check the UoM assigned to a material.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to units of measurement.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify units of measurement in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KW153 error and ensure that the appropriate unit of measurement is available for your transactions.