How To Fix LB505 - Unit of measure &1 has the subordinate unit of measure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 has the subordinate unit of measure &2

What causes this issue?

You want to use the
<DS:GLOS.3526C0A4AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>alternative unit of measure
</> &V1& as a
<DS:DE.LRMEI_WS>batch-specific unit of measure</>. &V1& has a
<DS:DE.MESUB>lower-level unit of measure
</> &V2&. This is not permitted for batch-specific units of measure.

System Response

The alternative unit of measure &V1& must not be used as a
batch-specific unit of measure.

How to fix this error?

For the alternative unit of measure &V1&, maintain the base unit of
measure &V3& as the lower-level unit of measure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB505 - Unit of measure &1 has the subordinate unit of measure &2 ?

  The SAP error message LB505 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the unit of measure you are trying to use has a subordinate unit of measure that is not compatible or properly defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect UoM Configuration: The primary unit of measure (UoM) you are trying to use has been defined with subordinate units of measure that are not set up correctly.
  Missing Subordinate UoM: The subordinate unit of measure may not be defined in the system, or it may not be linked correctly to the primary unit of measure.
  Inconsistent UoM Usage: The system may be expecting a specific UoM hierarchy, and the one you are using does not conform to that hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) in SAP.
  Verify the configuration of the primary unit of measure (&1) and its subordinate unit of measure (&2).
  Ensure that the subordinate unit of measure is correctly defined and linked to the primary unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Subordinate UoM:
  
  If the subordinate unit of measure is missing, you can create it by using the same transaction code CUNI.
  Make sure to define the conversion factors between the primary and subordinate units of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material you are working with. Ensure that the units of measure are correctly assigned in the material master.
  You can access the material master using transaction code MM03 and check the "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" views for UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Check for UoM Usage in Transactions:
  
  Ensure that the transactions you are performing (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, etc.) are using the correct units of measure as defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the UoM hierarchy or how to set it up, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base, alternative, and sales units) and how they relate to each other.
  Conversion Factors: Familiarize yourself with how conversion factors work between different units of measure.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to UoM errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LB505 error and ensure that your unit of measure configurations are correct.