How To Fix LAW2_MESSAGES573 - Unit &1 is not allowed for application &2 (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW2_MESSAGES - LAW 2.0 Message Class

• Message number: 573

• Message text: Unit &1 is not allowed for application &2 (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES573 - Unit &1 is not allowed for application &2 (&3) ?

  The SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES573 indicates that a specific unit of measure (UoM) is not allowed for a particular application or context within the SAP system. This error typically arises in scenarios involving logistics, inventory management, or material master data where units of measure are defined and used.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified for a material or transaction is not valid for the application or context being used.
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the system for the specific application area.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have the correct unit of measure assigned or may be missing necessary configurations.
  Application-Specific Restrictions: Certain applications may have restrictions on which units of measure can be used based on business rules or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like OME1 for unit of measure settings).
  Ensure that the unit of measure is defined and allowed for the specific application area.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the unit of measure section to ensure that the correct units are assigned and that they are valid for the application.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  If you are entering data in a transaction, verify that the unit of measure you are using is correct and allowed for that transaction type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific application to understand any restrictions or requirements regarding units of measure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system or configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  Unit of Measure Tables: Check tables like T006 (Units of Measure) and T006A (Units of Measure: Language-Dependent Texts) for more details on unit definitions.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.