How To Fix MR057 - The data will be displayed in the base unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MR - Stock overview for generic materials

• Message number: 057

• Message text: The data will be displayed in the base unit of measure

What causes this issue?

You wanted to display the stocks of the material in a unit of measure
that has not been defined for the material.

System Response

The system displays the stock data in the base unit of measure.

How to fix this error?

You can now enter a new alternative unit of measure and then choose
<LS>New selection</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MR057 - The data will be displayed in the base unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message MR057, which states "The data will be displayed in the base unit of measure," typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with purchasing documents, inventory management, or material master data. This message is not necessarily an error but rather a notification indicating that the system is displaying quantities or values in the base unit of measure (UoM) for a material.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Conversion: The system is set to display data in the base unit of measure because the document or transaction being processed involves a different unit of measure that needs to be converted.
  Material Master Settings: The material master may not have the appropriate alternative units of measure defined, or the conversion factors may not be set correctly.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are executing may not support the display of the data in the alternative unit of measure, leading the system to revert to the base unit.
  
  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 defined and that conversion factors are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction (like creating a purchase order or goods receipt), check if there are settings or configurations that dictate how units of measure are displayed.
  Ensure that the transaction allows for the display of alternative units of measure if that is your requirement.
  
  
  
  User Settings:
  
  Check if there are any user-specific settings that might affect how units of measure are displayed. This can sometimes be adjusted in user profiles or settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling units of measure in the context of your transaction.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you believe it is not functioning as intended, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Base Unit of Measure: This is the primary unit of measure for a material, which is used for inventory management and valuation.
  Alternative Units of Measure: These are additional units that can be defined for a material, allowing for flexibility in purchasing and inventory processes.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: SAP allows for conversion between different units of measure, which is essential for accurate reporting and inventory management.
  
  Understanding how units of measure work in SAP is crucial for effective materials management and ensuring that data is accurately represented in reports and transactions.