How To Fix ME726 - An error has occurred during unit of measure conversion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 726

• Message text: An error has occurred during unit of measure conversion

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred in item &V2& of purchasing document &V1& during
conversion of &V3& into the order unit &V4&.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME726 - An error has occurred during unit of measure conversion ?

  The SAP error message ME726, which states "An error has occurred during unit of measure conversion," typically occurs when there is an issue with converting units of measure in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of ME726 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Unit of Measure (UoM) Settings:
  
  The unit of measure for the material may not be defined correctly in the material master.
  The conversion factors between different units of measure may be missing or incorrect.
  
  
  
  Inconsistent UoM in Documents:
  
  The unit of measure used in the purchase order or requisition may not match the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues:
  
  The material master may not have been set up correctly, leading to issues with UoM conversions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues:
  
  There may be configuration issues in the system related to units of measure or material types.
  
  
  
  Currency Conversion Issues:
  
  If the UoM conversion is tied to currency conversion, discrepancies in currency settings may also lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Solutions to ME726 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify the unit of measure settings. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order/Requisition:
  
  Check the purchase order or requisition for the unit of measure being used. Ensure it matches the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Verify UoM Conversion Factors:
  
  In the material master, check the UoM conversion factors to ensure they are correctly set up. You can do this in the "Units of Measure" view of the material master.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to units of measure in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide). Ensure that the settings are consistent and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or specific configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test changes without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to unit of measure issues.
  
  
  
  User Forums:
  
  SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the ME726 error in SAP.