How To Fix MV040 - GR quantity in order price unit missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MV - Messages for Transfer of Partly Open Purchase Orders

• Message number: 040

• Message text: GR quantity in order price unit missing

What causes this issue?

In the case of a PO with a different order price unit, the GR quantity
must be specified in the order price unit (MBEPOI-WEMBP).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MV040 - GR quantity in order price unit missing ?

  The SAP error message MV040 with the description "GR quantity in order price unit missing" typically occurs during the Goods Receipt (GR) process when the system expects a quantity to be specified in the order price unit, but it is missing or not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity: The quantity for the goods receipt is not specified in the order price unit.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure used in the purchase order may not match the unit of measure expected in the goods receipt.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the purchasing info record that affect how quantities are interpreted.
  Incomplete Purchase Order: The purchase order may not have been fully defined, leading to missing information required for processing the goods receipt.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Purchase Order: Verify that the purchase order has been correctly created and that the quantity is specified in the correct unit of measure.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, particularly the units of measure and conversion factors.
  Check the Info Record: If applicable, check the purchasing info record for the material to ensure that it is correctly configured.
  Enter the Missing Quantity: If the quantity is missing, enter the correct quantity in the order price unit during the goods receipt process.
  Use Transaction Code MIGO: When performing the goods receipt, ensure that you are entering the quantity in the correct field and that it corresponds to the order price unit.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to goods receipt include MIGO (Goods Movement) and MB01 (Goods Movement).
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the material master (transaction MM02) and ensure that the base unit of measure and order unit are correctly defined.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on handling goods receipts and understanding units of measure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MV040 error and successfully process the goods receipt.