How To Fix MM118 - The higher-level units of measure will be changed accordingly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: The higher-level units of measure will be changed accordingly

What causes this issue?

You have changed the conversion factors for a unit of measure. The
higher-level units of measure that exist for this unit of measure will
be changed accordingly.
Example
Your base unit of measure is <LS>piece</>. 12 pieces fit into a box,
and 10 boxes fit onto a pallet. You change the box size so that only 6
pieces fit into a box. The system automatically increases the number of
boxes that fit onto a pallet to 20.

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?

Check the conversion factors for the higher-level units of measure and
change them if required.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM118 - The higher-level units of measure will be changed accordingly ?

  The SAP error message MM118, "The higher-level units of measure will be changed accordingly," typically occurs in the context of material management when there is a discrepancy or inconsistency in the units of measure (UoM) for a material. This message is often seen during transactions involving inventory management, purchasing, or production planning.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The error can arise when the system detects that the higher-level unit of measure (e.g., a box or pallet) does not match the lower-level unit of measure (e.g., individual items) based on the defined conversion factors.
  Material Master Data: If the material master data is not correctly set up, particularly in the Units of Measure tab, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transaction Context: The error may occur during specific transactions where the system attempts to convert quantities between different units of measure, and the conversion is not valid or not defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the Units of Measure tab.
  Ensure that the higher-level and lower-level units of measure are correctly defined and that the conversion factors are accurate.
  
  
  
  Review Conversion Factors:
  
  Verify that the conversion factors between the different units of measure are set correctly. For example, if 1 box contains 10 items, ensure that this is reflected in the material master.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  If you are entering data in a transaction (like a goods receipt or purchase order), ensure that the units of measure you are using are compatible with the material master settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to unit of measure settings and conversions for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, alternative unit, etc.) and how they interact.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.