How To Fix O3313 - Unit of measure & not customized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Unit of measure & not customized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3313 - Unit of measure & not customized ?

  The SAP error message O3313, which states "Unit of measure & not customized," typically occurs when the system encounters a unit of measure (UoM) that has not been defined or customized in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing materials, sales orders, or inventory transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM Definition: The unit of measure being used is not defined in the system. This could be a new UoM that has not been set up in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect UoM Usage: The UoM being used may not be valid for the material or transaction type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to units of measure in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the O3313 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) or OMN3 (Define Units of Measure) in SAP.
  Verify if the unit of measure in question is defined. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Customize UoM:
  
  If the UoM is missing, you can create it by entering the necessary details such as the UoM code, description, and conversion factors if applicable.
  Ensure that the UoM is linked to the appropriate material types and is valid for the transactions you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  If the error occurs while processing a specific material, check the material master data (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the UoM is correctly assigned in the material master record.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs in a specific transaction (like sales order or purchase order), check the settings for that transaction to ensure that the UoM is valid for the context in which it is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on UoM configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, alternative unit, etc.) and how they are used in SAP.
  Conversion Factors: Familiarize yourself with how conversion factors work between different units of measure, especially if you are dealing with multiple UoMs for the same material.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to UoM issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the O3313 error in your SAP system.