How To Fix LB213 - Unit of measure &1 of material &2 is already an alternative UoM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 of material &2 is already an alternative UoM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB213 - Unit of measure &1 of material &2 is already an alternative UoM ?

  The SAP error message LB213 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) configuration for a specific material. The message states that the unit of measure specified (denoted as &1) for the material (denoted as &2) is already defined as an alternative unit of measure in the system. This can occur during various transactions, such as when trying to create or modify material master data.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate UoM Definition: The specified unit of measure is already set up as an alternative UoM for the material, which means that the system does not allow you to add it again.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an attempt to enter a UoM that is already associated with the material in a different context or configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues in the configuration of the material master data or the UoM settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing UoM Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record for the specified material (transaction code MM03).
  Navigate to the "Units of Measure" view and check the list of alternative units of measure already defined for the material.
  If the UoM you are trying to add is already listed, you do not need to add it again.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing UoM:
  
  If you need to change the details of the existing alternative UoM, you can do so in the same "Units of Measure" view.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If there are any duplicate entries or incorrect configurations, you may need to remove or correct them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing units of measure in the material master.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM01 (Create Material)
  
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the UoM settings in the system are correctly configured according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LB213 error and manage the unit of measure settings for your materials effectively.