How To Fix LB092 - Different 'use of units of measure' key in reference material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Different 'use of units of measure' key in reference material

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.KZWSO>'use of units of measure'</> key in the reference
material does not correspond with that in the current material.

System Response

The <DS:DE.LRMEI_WS>proportion or product units</> are not transferred
from the reference material.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB092 - Different 'use of units of measure' key in reference material ?

  The SAP error message LB092, which states "Different 'use of units of measure' key in reference material," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data when there is a mismatch in the units of measure (UoM) settings between a reference material and the material you are trying to create or modify.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The reference material has a different "use of units of measure" key than the material you are trying to create or modify.
  The UoM settings in the material master data are inconsistent, leading to discrepancies in how quantities are interpreted or processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data for both the reference material and the material you are working on.
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Compare the "use of units of measure" settings in the Basic Data and Purchasing views.
  
  
  
  Adjust UoM Settings:
  
  If you find discrepancies, you may need to adjust the UoM settings in the material master.
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  Ensure that the UoM settings match those of the reference material.
  
  
  
  Create New Reference Material:
  
  If the reference material is not suitable, consider creating a new reference material that has the correct UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material master data and units of measure for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to units of measure. This may require assistance from an SAP Basis or configuration expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Units of Measure (UoM): In SAP, UoM defines how quantities of materials are measured (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters). Each material can have multiple UoMs defined.
  Material Master Views: The material master has various views (Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) where UoM settings can be defined.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  
  By ensuring consistency in the UoM settings between materials, you can avoid encountering the LB092 error in SAP.