How To Fix M8_2143 - Unit of measurement cannot be entered without a quantity

M8_2143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Unit of measurement cannot be entered without a quantity

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M8_2143 - Details

• The SAP error message M8_2143, which states "Unit of measurement cannot be entered without a quantity," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data entry. This error indicates that the system requires a quantity to be specified when a unit of measurement (UoM) is being entered. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity: The most common cause of this error is that the user is trying to enter a unit of measurement without specifying a corresponding quantity. In SAP, certain transactions require both a quantity and a unit of measurement to be provided.
  Transaction Context: This error can occur in various transactions, such as goods movements, inventory adjustments, or material master updates, where both UoM and quantity are necessary for the operation to be valid.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the material master or the specific transaction might not be