How To Fix MN037 - Unit of measure & adopted in period-specific conditions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Unit of measure & adopted in period-specific conditions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN037 - Unit of measure & adopted in period-specific conditions ?

  The SAP error message MN037, which states "Unit of measure & adopted in period-specific conditions," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory management when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) used in a transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified in the transaction may not be compatible with the period-specific conditions defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the material master data, particularly in the units of measure settings.
  Period-Specific Conditions: The error can arise if the system is trying to apply a unit of measure that is not valid for the specific period or conditions set in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have the correct units of measure defined for the relevant transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the units of measure defined for the material.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Period-Specific Conditions:
  
  Check the period-specific conditions in the pricing or inventory management settings to ensure that the unit of measure being used is valid for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  If you are entering a transaction (like a goods movement or invoice), ensure that the unit of measure you are using is valid and corresponds to the material master settings.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to units of measure in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling units of measure and period-specific conditions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  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: The configuration for units of measure can be found under the Logistics General settings in the SAP customizing (SPRO).
  SAP Notes: Check for any 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 MN037 error in SAP.