How To Fix MM117 - The unit of measure & consists of more than 99999 base units of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 117

• Message text: The unit of measure & consists of more than 99999 base units of measure

What causes this issue?

Each alternative unit of measure must not exceed 99999 base units of
measure.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the number of units for the unit of measure &V1& or
for the lower-level units of measure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM117 - The unit of measure & consists of more than 99999 base units of measure ?

  The SAP error message MM117 indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) you are trying to use consists of more than 99,999 base units of measure. This error typically arises in the context of material management when dealing with quantities that exceed the system's limit for a specific unit of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Quantity: The primary cause of this error is that the quantity being processed (e.g., in a purchase order, goods receipt, or inventory management) exceeds the maximum limit of 99,999 base units for the specified unit of measure.
  Incorrect UoM Configuration: The unit of measure might be incorrectly configured in the material master or in the transaction being executed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where an incorrect quantity is being inputted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Quantity: Verify the quantity you are trying to enter. Ensure that it does not exceed 99,999 base units. If it does, consider breaking the transaction into smaller quantities.
  Review UoM Configuration: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined and that the conversion factors are appropriate.
  
  
  Adjust Transaction: If you are processing a transaction (like a goods receipt or purchase order), try to split the transaction into multiple entries that each fall below the limit.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or limitations related to your version of SAP.
  Custom Development: If your business process requires handling quantities greater than 99,999, consider discussing with your SAP technical team about potential custom development or enhancements to handle larger quantities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, UoM is a critical aspect of material management, and it defines how quantities of materials are measured and managed.
  Material Master: The material master record contains all the information related to a material, including its units of measure, which can be accessed and modified through transaction codes like MM01 (create), MM02 (change), and MM03 (display).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.