How To Fix M2748 - A new unit & was added for field & & ! (TMC6)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 748

• Message text: A new unit & was added for field & & ! (TMC6)

What causes this issue?

If no suitable unit is found for a unit field in the SAP System, then a
new unit is added.
This is what has happened here.
The object is automatically transported to other systems.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2748 - A new unit & was added for field & & ! (TMC6) ?

  The SAP error message M2748 indicates that a new unit of measure (UoM) has been added for a specific field in the system, which is causing an issue. This error typically arises in the context of material management or inventory management when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the unit of measure settings.
  Cause:
  
  New Unit of Measure Added: The error occurs when a new unit of measure is introduced for a material or a specific field, and the system is unable to process it due to existing configurations or settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of units of measure in the material master or related tables.
  Missing Conversion Factors: If the new unit of measure does not have the necessary conversion factors defined with respect to the base unit of measure, it can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material master or the unit of measure settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the new unit of measure is correctly defined and that all necessary conversion factors are in place.
  Update Unit of Measure Settings: If the new unit of measure is not required, consider removing it or updating the existing units to ensure consistency.
  Define Conversion Factors: If the new unit of measure is valid, ensure that conversion factors between the new unit and the base unit of measure are defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to units of measure. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant sections for material management.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to unit of measure handling to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), or OME1 (Maintain Units of Measure) to manage unit of measure settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and unit of measure settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration of your SAP environment.