How To Fix ME307 - Please enter a 3-character unit of measurement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Please enter a 3-character unit of measurement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME307 - Please enter a 3-character unit of measurement ?

  The SAP error message ME307, which states "Please enter a 3-character unit of measurement," typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a unit of measurement (UoM) in a transaction related to purchasing or inventory management, and the system requires a specific format for the UoM.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect UoM Length: The unit of measurement entered is either too short (less than 3 characters) or too long (more than 3 characters).
  Missing UoM: The field for the unit of measurement may be left blank.
  Configuration Issues: The UoM may not be properly configured in the system, or the UoM being used is not recognized by SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Entry: Ensure that the unit of measurement you are entering is exactly 3 characters long. Common examples include "KG" for kilograms, "LBS" for pounds, etc. If the UoM is shorter, add characters to meet the requirement.
  
  
  Use Standard UoMs: If you are unsure about the correct UoM, refer to the standard units of measurement defined in your SAP system. You can check this in the configuration settings or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Configuration Check: If you believe the UoM should be valid, check the configuration in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) to see if the UoM is defined.
  Ensure that the UoM is active and correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are still facing issues, refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) where this error might occur.
  
  
  Unit of Measure Tables: The relevant tables in SAP that deal with units of measurement include:
  
  T006 (Units of Measure)
  T006A (Units of Measure: Language-dependent Texts)
  
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct entry formats and the importance of using standardized units of measurement in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME307 error and continue with your transaction in SAP.