How To Fix OIB_UI_HPM026 - Data inconsistency. Check the UoM and dimension.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIB_UI_HPM -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Data inconsistency. Check the UoM and dimension.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIB_UI_HPM026 - Data inconsistency. Check the UoM and dimension. ?

  The SAP error message OIB_UI_HPM026, which indicates "Data inconsistency. Check the UoM and dimension," typically arises in the context of handling materials, especially when dealing with units of measure (UoM) and dimensions in SAP's handling of product data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Issues: The error often occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected unit of measure and the actual unit of measure defined in the system. This can happen if the UoM is not correctly set up in the material master or if there are inconsistencies in the UoM conversion factors.
  
  
  Dimension Mismatch: The error can also be triggered by discrepancies in the dimensions associated with the material. For example, if the dimensions (length, width, height) do not align with the UoM or if they are not defined correctly in the material master.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered in different fields related to the material, such as weight, volume, or other attributes that are dependent on the UoM.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the UoM settings. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  Check the dimensions associated with the material and ensure they are correctly entered and consistent with the UoM.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Conversion:
  
  If there are multiple UoMs defined, check the conversion factors between them. Ensure that they are set up correctly in the system (transaction code CUNI for unit of measure settings).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material data to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done through specific reports or tools within SAP that analyze material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to material management and UoM handling to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CUNI (Unit of Measure).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to OIB_UI_HPM026 for any specific patches or updates that may address this error.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users handling material data are trained on the importance of maintaining accurate UoM and dimension data to prevent such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OIB_UI_HPM026 error in SAP.