How To Fix M2721 - Data element & from DDIC structure & does not exist (unit determination)

M2721 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 721

• Message text: Data element & from DDIC structure & does not exist (unit determination)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2721 - Data element & from DDIC structure & does not exist (unit determination) ?

  The SAP error message M2721 indicates that there is an issue with the data element in the context of unit determination. Specifically, it means that the data element referenced in the message does not exist in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) structure. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during material master data processing, sales order processing, or inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Element: The data element referenced in the error message is not defined in the Data Dictionary. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing transport.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for unit of measure (UoM) or material master data may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the data element may not have been included or properly activated.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that reference a data element that has been deleted or renamed, this error