How To Fix LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS058 - Unit of energy is not defined; enter valid unit of energy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Unit of energy is not defined; enter valid unit of energy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS058 - Unit of energy is not defined; enter valid unit of energy ?

  The SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS058 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of energy being used in a transaction or process within the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid unit of energy defined in its configuration or when the unit of energy entered does not match the expected values.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Unit of Energy: The unit of energy you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Unit of Energy: The unit of energy entered may be misspelled or not in the correct format.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for units of measure in the relevant module (like Logistics or Energy Management) may not be set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the product or material may not have the correct unit of energy assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Unit of Energy: Verify the unit of energy you are trying to enter. Ensure it is a valid unit recognized by the system (e.g., kWh, MJ, etc.).
  Define Unit of Energy:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant area where units of measure are defined (usually under Logistics or Material Management).
  Ensure that the required unit of energy is defined in the system.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the unit of energy is not correctly assigned in the master data, update the relevant material or product master records to include the correct unit of energy.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to define or correct units of measure in your version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OMW1 (for units of measure) or MM02 (to change material master data) to make necessary adjustments.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to configuration settings or master data.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS058 and continue with your SAP processes.