How To Fix MILL086 - Scrap material base UoM not the same as the UoM for sender material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL - Messages in IS Mill Products

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Scrap material base UoM not the same as the UoM for sender material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL086 - Scrap material base UoM not the same as the UoM for sender material ?

  The SAP error message MILL086 indicates that there is a mismatch between the unit of measure (UoM) for the scrap material and the unit of measure for the sender material in a production or inventory process. This error typically occurs in the context of production orders, goods movements, or inventory management when dealing with scrap materials.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The scrap material is defined in a different unit of measure than the sender material. For example, if the sender material is measured in kilograms and the scrap material is measured in grams, this mismatch will trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the material master for either the sender material or the scrap material may not be aligned correctly.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master data for either the sender or scrap material may have been incorrectly set up, leading to discrepancies in UoM.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master records for both the sender material and the scrap material.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure (UoM) for both materials is the same. If they are different, you may need to adjust the UoM for one of the materials to match the other.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the materials and their UoM. This may involve checking the settings in the material type or the specific configuration for scrap handling.
  Ensure that the UoM settings in the relevant configuration areas (like MM or PP) are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Use Conversion Factors:
  
  If it is necessary to keep different UoMs for the sender and scrap materials, consider using conversion factors to convert between the two units. This can be set up in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling scrap materials and UoM configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system processes the scrap material correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to modify material master data or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to test the goods movement.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling UoM issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  By addressing the UoM mismatch and ensuring that both the sender and scrap materials are correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the MILL086 error.