How To Fix LB163 - Use of proportion units or product units was deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Use of proportion units or product units was deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB163 - Use of proportion units or product units was deactivated ?

  The SAP error message LB163, which states "Use of proportion units or product units was deactivated," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when there is an issue with the configuration of units of measure in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to process the transaction because the use of proportion units or product units has been deactivated for the relevant material or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation of Proportion Units/Product Units: The most common cause is that the settings for proportion units or product units have been deactivated in the material master or in the configuration settings.
  Material Master Settings: The material in question may not be set up correctly in the material master, particularly in the units of measure section.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the use of these units for certain materials or processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Units of Measure" views to ensure that the proportion units or product units are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Activate Proportion/Product Units:
  
  If the units are deactivated, you may need to activate them. This can typically be done in the material master or through configuration settings in the SAP system.
  You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant sections for inventory management or material management to ensure that the use of proportion units or product units is enabled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to manage units of measure and related settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an experienced SAP consultant for further assistance.