How To Fix M7662 - Specify a base unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Specify a base unit of measure

What causes this issue?

In the framework of batch determination or batch status change, an error
occured. Although there is a quantity in the base unit of measure
(stockkeeping unit) in the system, the base unit is not known.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7662 - Specify a base unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message M7662 "Specify a base unit of measure" typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with inventory management and procurement processes. This error indicates that the system requires a base unit of measure to be defined for a material, but it has not been specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Unit of Measure: The material master record does not have a base unit of measure defined. The base unit of measure is essential for inventory management and procurement processes as it defines how the material is measured and managed in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material type or the settings in the material master that prevent the base unit of measure from being set correctly.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the material master, the user may have overlooked entering the base unit of measure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master