How To Fix ME778 - Error in quantity conversion from sales unit to stockkeeping unit

ME778 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 778

• Message text: Error in quantity conversion from sales unit to stockkeeping unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME778 - Error in quantity conversion from sales unit to stockkeeping unit ?

  The SAP error message ME778, which states "Error in quantity conversion from sales unit to stockkeeping unit," typically occurs during processes that involve the conversion of quantities between different units of measure, such as when creating purchase orders, sales orders, or during inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the units of measure in the material master. The sales unit and stockkeeping unit may not be properly defined or linked.
  
  
  Conversion Factor Issues: The conversion factor between the sales unit and stockkeeping unit may be missing or incorrectly defined. This can lead to SAP being unable to convert quantities correctly.
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, particularly in the "Units of Measure" section. If the sales unit and stockkeeping unit are not aligned, this error can occur.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may