How To Fix MDS_PRD008 - Order unit &1 cannot be equal to base unit &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Order unit &1 cannot be equal to base unit &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDS_PRD008 - Order unit &1 cannot be equal to base unit &2. ?

  The SAP error message MDS_PRD008 indicates that there is a mismatch between the order unit and the base unit of measure for a material. Specifically, it states that the order unit (the unit in which the material is ordered) cannot be the same as the base unit (the unit in which the material is stored or managed in the system).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The material master data may have been incorrectly configured, leading to the same unit being assigned as both the order unit and the base unit.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a material, the user may have inadvertently set the order unit to be the same as the base unit.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types in SAP have specific rules regarding units of measure that must be adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 for change or MM03 for display).
  Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "Purchasing" views and check the units of measure.
  Ensure that the order unit (e.g., EA for each, KG for kilograms) is different from the base unit.
  
  
  
  Modify the Order Unit:
  
  If the order unit is indeed the same as the base unit, change the order unit to a different unit that is appropriate for ordering the material.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the unit of measure settings in the configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined and that the conversion factors are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on unit of measure configurations for the material type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the material by attempting to create a purchase order or production order to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Understanding how units of measure are configured in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing how to set up base units, order units, and any conversion factors.
  Material Types: Different material types (e.g., raw materials, finished goods) may have different rules regarding units of measure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on unit of measure issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDS_PRD008 error and ensure that your material master data is correctly configured.