How To Fix LB212 - The alternative UoM &1 of material &2 may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 212

• Message text: The alternative UoM &1 of material &2 may not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB212 - The alternative UoM &1 of material &2 may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message LB212 indicates that there is an issue with deleting an alternative unit of measure (UoM) for a material. This error typically arises when the alternative UoM is still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The alternative UoM is being used in various transactions or master data records, such as purchase orders, sales orders, stock movements, or inventory records.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings or configurations that prevent the deletion of UoMs that are still active or linked to other data.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow changes to its unit of measure settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the alternative UoM, check if it is being used in any transactions. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing purchase orders, sales orders, or stock movements that reference the material.
  Checking inventory records to see if the alternative UoM is still active.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If the alternative UoM is in use, you will need to remove or change the references to it in the relevant transactions. This may involve:
  
  Changing the UoM in open purchase orders or sales orders.
  Adjusting stock levels or inventory records.
  
  
  
  Material Master Maintenance: If the alternative UoM is not in use, ensure that you are in the correct view of the material master to delete the UoM. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Selecting the appropriate views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales) to ensure you are editing the correct data.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or in a status that prevents changes. If necessary, change the status of the material to allow for modifications.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the dependencies or the process, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material master management include:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to alternative UoM management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.