How To Fix O9518 - Please specify UoM for volume, ambient for shipment (customizing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O9 - IS-Oil: TD - Scheduling, loading, delivery confirmation

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Please specify UoM for volume, ambient for shipment (customizing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9518 - Please specify UoM for volume, ambient for shipment (customizing) ?

  The SAP error message O9518 indicates that there is a missing Unit of Measure (UoM) for the volume and ambient conditions for a shipment in the system. This error typically arises during the processing of shipments, particularly in logistics and transportation management modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM Configuration: The system requires a specific UoM for volume and ambient conditions, but it has not been defined in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master or shipment data may not have the necessary UoM information filled out.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings for the shipment or transportation management may not be properly configured to handle the required UoM.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record for the relevant material and ensure that the UoM for volume is specified. You can do this by navigating to the material master transaction (MM03) and checking the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, and Plant Data).
  
  
  
  Define UoM in Customizing:
  
  Access the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for defining UoM for shipments. This may involve:
  
  Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Units of Measure.
  
  
  Ensure that the UoM for volume and ambient conditions is defined and linked to the relevant shipment types.
  
  
  
  Check Shipment Data:
  
  Review the shipment document to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out, including the UoM for volume and ambient conditions. You can do this in the shipment transaction (VT01N, VT02N, or VT03N).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to set up UoM for your version of SAP, as the steps may vary slightly depending on the version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the shipment process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on UoM configuration.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the shipment processing and UoM handling.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in logistics and shipment processing are trained on the importance of UoM and how to properly enter and manage this data in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the O9518 error and ensure that your shipment processing runs smoothly.