How To Fix MM_PUR_SES136 - Account assignment quantity unit &1 differs from item quantity unit &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Account assignment quantity unit &1 differs from item quantity unit &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES136 - Account assignment quantity unit &1 differs from item quantity unit &2. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES136 indicates that there is a mismatch between the account assignment quantity unit and the item quantity unit in a purchasing document, such as a purchase order or a purchase requisition. This typically occurs when the units of measure (UoM) for the account assignment do not match the units of measure for the item being ordered.
  Cause:
  
  Different Units of Measure: The account assignment (e.g., cost center, internal order) is set up with a different unit of measure than the item being purchased.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or the purchasing info record that lead to this mismatch.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the purchase order or requisition can lead to discrepancies in the units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Units of Measure: Verify the units of measure for both the item and the account assignment. Ensure that they are compatible and consistent.
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Review the account assignment details in the purchase order or requisition.
  
  
  
  Adjust Account Assignment: If the account assignment is incorrect, you may need to change it to match the item’s unit of measure.
  
  In the purchase order, navigate to the account assignment tab and adjust the unit of measure accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to units of measure and account assignments.
  
  Ensure that the relevant settings in the material master and purchasing info records are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling unit of measure issues in purchasing documents.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition).
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Check the configuration in SPRO under Materials Management > Basic Settings > Units of Measure.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MM_PUR_SES136 error message in SAP.