How To Fix M5381 - No conversion possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 381

• Message text: No conversion possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5381 - No conversion possible ?

  The SAP error message M5381 "No conversion possible" typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to convert a quantity from one unit of measure to another due to a missing or incorrect conversion factor.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The most common cause is that the conversion factors between the base unit of measure and the alternative unit of measure are not defined in the material master data.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used may not be valid for the material in question.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as incorrect settings in the material master or issues with the configuration of units of measure.
  Unit of Measure Group Issues: The unit of measure group assigned to the material may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that the necessary conversion factors are defined for the relevant units of measure.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If conversion factors are missing, you can add them in the material master. This can be done by editing the material master record and entering the appropriate conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Verify Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the unit of measure in the system (transaction code OME1) to ensure that the units are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate material types.
  
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Groups:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure group assigned to the material is correctly configured and includes all necessary units of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction (e.g., goods movement, inventory count), review the transaction data to ensure that the correct units of measure are being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure settings and conversions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OME1: Define Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M5381 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.