How To Fix MPE_PLAN_RTG_VERS080 - Unit of measure &1 is not an alternative unit of measure for BOM item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_RTG_VERS - Manage Production Routing Version

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 is not an alternative unit of measure for BOM item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_RTG_VERS080 - Unit of measure &1 is not an alternative unit of measure for BOM item &2 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_RTG_VERS080 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used for a Bill of Materials (BOM) item. Specifically, it states that the unit of measure you are trying to use is not recognized as an alternative unit of measure for the specified BOM item.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use is not defined as an alternative unit of measure for the BOM item in question.
  BOM Configuration: The BOM item may not have been configured correctly to include the desired unit of measure.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data where the alternative units of measure are not set up properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM in question and check the details of the item. Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is listed as an alternative unit of measure.
  You can do this by navigating to the BOM in transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) and checking the item details.
  
  
  
  Update Material Master:
  
  If the unit of measure is not listed, you may need to add it. Go to the material master using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and check the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that the desired unit of measure is defined as an alternative unit of measure for the material.
  
  
  
  Define Alternative Units of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is not defined, you can add it in the material master. In the "Units of Measure" view, you can specify alternative units of measure and their conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data related to the BOM and material master. Sometimes, inconsistencies can lead to errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct units of measure or how to configure them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS02: Change BOM
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Understanding how units of measure work in SAP is crucial. You can refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring units of measure.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct unit of measure is used for the BOM item.