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How To Fix OD104 - Unit of measure &1 has not been maintained in language &2.


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

  • Message number: 104

  • Message text: Unit of measure &1 has not been maintained in language &2.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD104 - Unit of measure &1 has not been maintained in language &2. ?

    The SAP error message OD104 indicates that a unit of measure (UoM) has not been maintained for a specific language in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a unit of measure that has not been defined or translated into the specified language.

    Cause:

    1. Missing UoM Definition: The unit of measure has not been defined in the system for the specified language.
    2. Language-Specific Settings: The UoM may exist, but the language-specific description or settings are missing.
    3. Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the UoM is being referenced.

    Solution:

    To resolve the OD104 error, you can follow these steps:

    1. Check UoM Configuration:

      • Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure) in SAP.
      • Check if the unit of measure in question is defined in the system.
    2. Maintain UoM for the Language:

      • If the UoM exists but is missing for the specified language, you need to maintain it.
      • In the UoM maintenance screen, select the UoM and add the necessary language-specific descriptions.
    3. Verify Language Settings:

      • Ensure that the language settings in your user profile or the transaction you are using are correct.
      • You can check your user settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
    4. Check Master Data:

      • If the error occurs while processing specific master data (like material master), ensure that the UoM is correctly assigned in the relevant master data records.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • If you are unsure about the UoM or language settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • CUNI: Unit of Measure Maintenance
      • SU01: User Maintenance
      • MM01: Create Material (to check UoM in material master)
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to UoM and language settings.

    • User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to UoM settings.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OD104 error and ensure that the unit of measure is properly maintained for the specified language in your SAP system.

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