How To Fix MILL_UA003 - Base units of measure for the order items are different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_UA - Messages for Breakdown Order

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Base units of measure for the order items are different

Generated Include to Extension - GEYER - 26.02.2001
INCLUDE 'POSBASISME FUER PP4' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

Generated Include to Extension - GEYER - 26.02.2001
INCLUDE 'POSBASISME FUER PP4' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

ENDIF
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_UA003 - Base units of measure for the order items are different ?

  The SAP error message MILL_UA003 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the base units of measure for the order items in a transaction. This typically occurs in scenarios where you are trying to process a production order, purchase order, or sales order that contains items with different base units of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Different Base Units of Measure: The items in the order have different base units of measure defined in their material master records. For example, one item might be measured in kilograms while another is measured in liters.
  Inconsistent Configuration: The configuration settings in the material master or the order type may not be aligned, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the order can lead to inconsistencies in the units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Records:
  
  Go to the material master records for the items involved and verify their base units of measure. Ensure that they are consistent and appropriate for the order type.
  You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and reviewing the Basic Data view.
  
  
  
  Adjust Order Items:
  
  If you find that the base units of measure are different, you may need to adjust the order items to ensure they all use the same base unit of measure.
  This may involve changing the unit of measure for one or more items in the order.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the order type being used. Ensure that the settings allow for the combination of different units of measure if that is intended.
  This can be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning, Materials Management).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling units of measure in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter and manage units of measure in SAP to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  ME21N - Create Purchase Order
  VA01 - Create Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on units of measure and how they are managed within the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MILL_UA003 error and ensure that your order items have consistent base units of measure.