How To Fix LR264 - Unit of measure &1 cannot be converted to unit &2 of business process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 cannot be converted to unit &2 of business process

What causes this issue?

You are using the business process &V3&. This business process is
assigned the driver unit of measure &V2&. Your time recording data was
recorded with the unit &V1&. The two units cannot be converted into one
another.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use a business process compatible with the unit &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR264 - Unit of measure &1 cannot be converted to unit &2 of business process ?

  The SAP error message LR264 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of units of measure (UoM) in a business process. This typically occurs when the system is unable to convert a specified unit of measure (UoM) to another unit of measure that is required for a particular business transaction or process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The most common cause of this error is that there are no defined conversion factors between the two units of measure in the system.
  Incorrect UoM Configuration: The units of measure may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to issues during conversion.
  Incompatible UoMs: The units of measure may not be compatible for the specific business process you are trying to execute.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect unit of measure is being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) to check if the conversion factors between the two units of measure are defined.
  If they are not defined, you will need to create the necessary conversion entries.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If the conversion factors are missing, you can define them by specifying the source and target units of measure along with the conversion ratio.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (e.g., material master, vendor master) to ensure that the correct units of measure are being used.
  Ensure that the UoM used in the transaction matches the UoM defined in the master data.
  
  
  
  Validate Business Process:
  
  Ensure that the business process you are executing allows for the conversion of the specified units of measure. Some processes may have restrictions on the types of units that can be used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to the business process you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CUNI: For maintaining unit of measure conversions.
  MM03: To view material master data and check UoM settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to unit of measure conversions.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the UoM conversion logic.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LR264 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.