How To Fix LD231 - Error during conversion of planned unit of measure &1 to line unit &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LD - Logistics Automotive Line Design

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Error during conversion of planned unit of measure &1 to line unit &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LD231 - Error during conversion of planned unit of measure &1 to line unit &2. ?

  The SAP error message LD231 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a planned unit of measure to a line unit of measure during a logistics process, such as in inventory management or production planning. This error typically arises when the system is unable to convert quantities between different units of measure due to configuration or data issues.
  Causes of LD231 Error
  
  
  Missing Unit of Measure Conversion: The conversion factor between the planned unit of measure (UoM) and the line unit of measure is not defined in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure settings in the material master or the relevant configuration settings may not be correctly set up.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect entries in the material master or in the transaction data.
  
  
  Unit of Measure Group Issues: The unit of measure group assigned to the material may not include the necessary conversions.
  
  
  Solutions to LD231 Error
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the units of measure defined for the material.
  Ensure that the planned unit of measure and line unit of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If the conversion factor is missing, you can define it in the material master under the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that the conversion factors are correctly set up in the unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Groups:
  
  Check the unit of measure group assigned to the material. Ensure that it includes both the planned and line units of measure.
  You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code OME4).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Review the transaction data for any inconsistencies that might be causing the error.
  Ensure that all relevant data entries are correct and consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure conversions and related configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  OME4 (Maintain Unit of Measure Groups)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the LD231 error in SAP. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.