How To Fix O5212 - Unit of measure restriction message type is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O5 - IS-Oil: MCOE message pool

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Unit of measure restriction message type is missing.

What causes this issue?

No message type was entered after switching on the restriction for the
unit of measure field.

System Response

You must enter a message type.

How to fix this error?

Set the message type to 'E' for error mode, 'W' for warning mode, or
'I' for information mode. This determines the type of message used for
checking the contract restriction on the unit of measure field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O5212 - Unit of measure restriction message type is missing. ?

  The SAP error message O5212, which states "Unit of measure restriction message type is missing," typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with unit of measure (UoM) settings in SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing configuration or assignment related to the unit of measure for a specific material or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The unit of measure (UoM) settings for a material may not be properly configured in the material master.
  Message Type Not Defined: The message type for unit of measure restrictions may not be defined in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to units of measure, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling UoM restrictions correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings for the affected material.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Define Message Type:
  
  If the message type for unit of measure restrictions is missing, you may need to define it in the system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for unit of measure settings and ensure that the message type is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system. This can include settings in the material management module (MM) and other related areas.
  Ensure that all necessary entries are made in the relevant customizing tables.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles unit of measure restrictions.
  Consult with your ABAP developer if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the unit of measure functionality works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  Tables: Check relevant tables such as MARA (General Material Data), MARM (Units of Measure for Material), and T006 (Units of Measure).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on unit of measure settings and material master data management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in material management.