How To Fix OIJ_3WP128 - LB UOM is not maintained for location &1 and material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_3WP - Three way pegging message class, component of TSW

• Message number: 128

• Message text: LB UOM is not maintained for location &1 and material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_3WP128 - LB UOM is not maintained for location &1 and material &2 ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_3WP128, which states "LB UOM is not maintained for location &1 and material &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UOM) configuration for a specific material at a specific location.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing UOM Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the unit of measure (UOM) for the specified material at the specified location has not been maintained in the system. This means that the system does not know how to interpret quantities for that material at that location.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master data or location master data may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of the required UOM.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were recent changes to the master data, it is possible that the UOM settings were not properly transferred or updated.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the relevant views (especially the Basic Data and Sales views) to ensure that the UOM is maintained for the material.
  
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Go to the Location Master (Transaction Code: OIJ_Location).
  Verify that the location is correctly set up and that the UOM is maintained for the specific material at that location.
  
  
  
  Maintain UOM:
  
  If the UOM is missing, you can maintain it by using the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM02 for Material Master) to add the UOM for the material at the specified location.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides specific to your SAP Oil and Gas implementation to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard UOM settings.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UOM): In SAP, UOM is critical for inventory management, sales, and procurement processes. It defines how quantities of materials are measured (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Material Master: This is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP. It contains data such as descriptions, UOMs, and other relevant attributes.
  Location Master: This contains information about the physical locations where materials are stored or processed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Oil and Gas for further assistance.