How To Fix MSR_INSP_MESSAGES220 - Only the following UOM can be selected; base UOM: &1 or sales UOM: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_INSP_MESSAGES - Messages for Inspections

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Only the following UOM can be selected; base UOM: &1 or sales UOM: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_INSP_MESSAGES220 - Only the following UOM can be selected; base UOM: &1 or sales UOM: &2 ?

  The SAP error message MSR_INSP_MESSAGES220 indicates that there is a restriction on the unit of measure (UOM) that can be selected for a particular operation, such as during the inspection process in Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with materials in Inventory Management (IM). The message specifies that only the base unit of measure (UOM) or the sales unit of measure (UOM) can be selected for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect UOM Selection: The user may have selected a unit of measure that is not allowed for the specific transaction or operation.
  Configuration Issues: The material master data may not be configured correctly, leading to restrictions on the UOM that can be used.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have specific UOM restrictions based on the business processes defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check UOM Selection: Ensure that you are selecting either the base UOM or the sales UOM for the operation you are performing. You can find these UOMs in the material master record.
  Review Material Master Data: Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the UOM settings. Ensure that the base UOM and sales UOM are correctly defined and that the material is set up for the intended use.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to UOM and material types. This may involve looking at the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) under Logistics > Material Management > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Units of Measure.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct UOM selection process to avoid this error in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master contains all the information about a material that is required to manage it throughout its lifecycle. It includes data related to purchasing, sales, inventory management, and accounting.
  Unit of Measure (UOM): UOM is a standard measurement used to quantify the amount of a product. In SAP, each material can have multiple UOMs defined, including base UOM, sales UOM, purchase UOM, etc.
  Quality Management (QM): If this error occurs during an inspection process, it may be related to the quality management module, which deals with the quality control of materials.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.