How To Fix MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS049 - Unit of mass not defined; enter valid unit of mass

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Material/Vendor Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Unit of mass not defined; enter valid unit of mass

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS049 - Unit of mass not defined; enter valid unit of mass ?

  The SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS049 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of mass in your SAP system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the system cannot find a valid unit of mass for the specified material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Mass: The unit of mass (e.g., kilograms, grams, pounds) has not been defined for the material in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of mass may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the material type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the unit of mass entered by the user.
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Settings: The unit of measure settings in the material master may not be correctly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 for change or MM03 for display).
  Verify that the unit of mass is correctly defined in the Basic Data view or the relevant views for the material.
  
  
  
  Define Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of mass is missing, you can define it by going to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion).
  Ensure that the unit of mass you want to use is available in the system.
  
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OMW1 to check the configuration of units of measure.
  Ensure that the unit of mass is correctly assigned to the relevant material type.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  If you have access to the customizing settings, check the configuration for units of measure in the Logistics General settings.
  Ensure that the unit of mass is included in the list of allowed units for the relevant material types.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry for any typographical errors. Ensure that the unit of mass is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct unit of mass to use, consult your organization's documentation or guidelines regarding material specifications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CUNI: Unit of Measure Conversion
  OMW1: Define Units of Measure
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS049 and successfully define a valid unit of mass for your material.