How To Fix O3160 - Unit of measure & is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Unit of measure & is not consistent

What causes this issue?

The system checks that the pressure and temperature specifications of
each UoM are consistent. The XPRA ROIBXUOM_R3E is executed during
upgrade and synchronizes fields in table T006 and T006_OIB. These fields
are not consistent.

System Response

System stops processing. Check the UoM which is reported to be
inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3160 - Unit of measure & is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message O3160, which states "Unit of measure & is not consistent," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory management within SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the unit of measure (UoM) for a material in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent UoM Settings: The unit of measure defined for a material in the material master may not match the unit of measure used in transactions or documents (e.g., purchase orders, sales orders).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material type or the specific material may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation or modification of material master data can lead to mismatched units of measure.
  Unit of Measure Conversion Issues: If there are issues with the conversion factors between different units of measure, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the unit of measure settings. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction (e.g., purchase order, sales order) that triggered the error. Ensure that the unit of measure used in the transaction matches the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue is related to configuration, you may need to review the settings in the customizing (transaction code SPRO) for the relevant material type or unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to manual data entry, correct the entries in the relevant documents or master data.
  
  
  
  Unit of Measure Conversion:
  
  If you are using multiple units of measure, ensure that the conversion factors are correctly defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling unit of measure issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to unit of measure inconsistencies.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to material master data and transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.