How To Fix L3470 - No UM load category could be determined for unit of measure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 470

• Message text: No UM load category could be determined for unit of measure &

What causes this issue?

When determining the workload parameters for calculating the
<gl:planned_TO_processing_time>planned processing time</>, the system
uses the unit-of-measure load category as an additional characteristic.
This category is assigned to the actual unit of measure. In the present
case, the unit of measure has no unit-of-measure load category assigned
to it.

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?

Check to see if a unit-of-measure load category is required. If this is
the case, assign it to the corresponding unit of measure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3470 - No UM load category could be determined for unit of measure & ?

  The SAP error message L3470, which states "No UM load category could be determined for unit of measure &," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management when the system is unable to determine the appropriate load category for a given unit of measure (UoM). This can happen during various processes, such as goods movements, inventory management, or when creating delivery documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure (UoM) in question has not been properly configured in the system. Specifically, the load category for that UoM may not have been defined in the relevant settings.
  Incorrect UoM Usage: The UoM being used may not be appropriate for the context in which it is being applied, leading to the system's inability to determine a load category.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect entries related to UoM or load categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMN1 (or the relevant configuration path) to check the settings for unit of measure and load categories.
  Ensure that the UoM in question has a corresponding load category defined.
  
  
  
  Define Load Categories:
  
  If the load category is missing, you can define it by navigating to the appropriate configuration settings in the SAP system. This typically involves defining load categories for different units of measure in the logistics or materials management configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and check the UoM settings.
  Ensure that the UoM is correctly assigned and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard processing of UoM and load categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on UoM and load category configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OMN1: Configuration for unit of measure and load categories.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  MM02: Change material master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to view and modify UoM and load category settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the L3470 error and ensure that the system can correctly determine the load category for the specified unit of measure.