How To Fix MILL_PC213 - Quantity cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_PC - Mill: Message Pool for Confirmations

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Quantity cannot be converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_PC213 - Quantity cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message MILL_PC213 "Quantity cannot be converted" typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management when there is an issue with the conversion of quantities between different units of measure. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of production orders, goods movements, or when working with bills of materials (BOMs).
  Causes:
  
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Configuration: The system may not have the correct conversion factors set up for the units of measure involved. For example, if you are trying to convert between kilograms and grams, and the conversion factor is not defined, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly configured. This includes missing UoM settings or incorrect data in the material master.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as different UoMs being used in different documents or transactions.
  
  
  Decimal Places: The number of decimal places defined for the UoM may not match the quantity being processed, leading to conversion issues.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the UoM settings. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  Verify that the conversion factors between different units of measure are correctly set up in the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (material master, BOM, routing) is complete and correctly configured.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the material master that could affect quantity conversions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Decimal Places:
  
  Check the decimal places defined for the UoM in the configuration. Ensure that they are appropriate for the quantities being processed.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Quantities:
  
  Try processing the transaction with different quantities to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is related to specific quantities or UoMs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the transaction you were performing and the specific materials involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM01 (Create Material) are useful for checking and updating material master data.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: This can be found in the customizing settings under Logistics > General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Units of Measure.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on handling units of measure and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MILL_PC213 error in SAP.