How To Fix ME315 - Unit for discount in kind cannot be converted into order unit (item &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Unit for discount in kind cannot be converted into order unit (item &)

What causes this issue?

The discount in kind for this material has been agreed with respect to
a unit of measure that has not been defined in the material master
record.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the order unit in the discount in kind.
Add this unit of measure to the material master record if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME315 - Unit for discount in kind cannot be converted into order unit (item &) ?

  The SAP error message ME315, which states "Unit for discount in kind cannot be converted into order unit (item &)," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a discount in kind (also known as a non-monetary discount).
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The error usually arises when the unit of measure for the discount in kind does not match or cannot be converted to the order unit of the item. For example, if the order unit is in kilograms and the discount in kind is specified in liters, SAP may not be able to perform the conversion.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or the purchasing info record that define how discounts in kind are handled.
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: If the conversion factors between the units of measure are not defined in the system, SAP will not be able to convert the units.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify the unit of measure for the item in the purchase order and the unit of measure for the discount in kind. Ensure that they are compatible or that a conversion factor exists.
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors: If the units of measure are different, ensure that the necessary conversion factors are defined in the material master or the relevant configuration settings. You can do this in the material master under the "Units of Measure" tab.
  
  
  Review Purchasing Info Records: Check the purchasing info records for the material to ensure that the discount in kind is correctly defined and that the units of measure are consistent.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling discounts in kind and unit conversions.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be specific configurations or patches required for your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master: The material master contains information about the material, including units of measure and conversion factors.
  Purchasing Info Record: This record contains data related to the purchasing of materials, including pricing and discounts.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: This can be found in the SAP configuration settings under Logistics > General > Master Data > Units of Measure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME315 error and ensure that discounts in kind are correctly applied in your purchasing documents.