How To Fix MDS_PRD006 - Error when validating order unit: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDS_PRD - Master Data Synchronization Product side messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Error when validating order unit: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDS_PRD006 - Error when validating order unit: &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDS_PRD006, which states "Error when validating order unit: &1," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or when dealing with product data in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the order unit specified for a material or product.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Order Unit: The order unit specified in the material master or during the transaction may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data or in the settings related to the order unit.
  Missing Data: The order unit may not be defined in the relevant tables or may be missing necessary data.
  Inconsistent Data: There could be inconsistencies between the order unit and other related data, such as the base unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the order unit specified for the material.
  Ensure that the order unit is correctly defined and matches the expected values.
  
  
  
  Validate Order Unit Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the order unit in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the order unit is defined in the unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Review Related Tables:
  
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., T006 for units of measure) to ensure that the order unit exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies between the order unit and the base unit of measure or other related fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  Tables: T006 (Units of Measure), MARA (General Material Data), MARM (Units of Measure for Material).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MDS_PRD006 error message in SAP.