How To Fix LB214 - Alternative unit of measure &1 is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Alternative unit of measure &1 is not consistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB214 - Alternative unit of measure &1 is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message LB214, which states "Alternative unit of measure &1 is not consistent," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the alternative unit of measure defined for a material.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Unit of Measure: The alternative unit of measure defined for a material does not match the expected conversion factors or is not properly defined in the material master.
  Missing Conversion Factors: The conversion factors between the base unit of measure and the alternative unit of measure may not be set up correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system for units of measure may not be aligned with the material master data.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect entries in the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the alternative unit of measure and ensure that it is correctly defined.
  Check the conversion factors between the base unit of measure and the alternative unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Maintain Units of Measure:
  
  Use transaction code OMN1 to maintain the units of measure and ensure that the alternative unit of measure is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the alternative unit of measure is defined in the system and is consistent with the base unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to units of measure (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the settings for units of measure are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any inconsistencies or errors.
  Use transaction code MM02 to make necessary corrections to the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling units of measure and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OMN1: Maintain Units of Measure
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration) settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data and unit of measure settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message LB214.