How To Fix OIJ_IF154 - Unit of measure for &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_IF - OIL TSW: Messages for TSW Interfaces Layer

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Unit of measure for &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_IF154 - Unit of measure for &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_IF154, which states "Unit of measure for &1 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) module. This error indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) being used for a specific material or transaction is not valid or not configured correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used for the material or transaction is not defined in the system or is not allowed for the specific context (e.g., it may not be set up for the material type or transaction type).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for units of measure in the relevant customizing settings may not include the unit being used.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not have the correct unit of measure assigned, or the unit of measure may not be compatible with the transaction being performed.
  Transaction Context: The unit of measure may not be appropriate for the specific transaction or process being executed (e.g., certain transactions may only allow specific units of measure).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master data for the item in question. Ensure that the correct unit of measure is assigned and that it is valid for the material type.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Configuration: Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (Customizing)
  Navigate to: Logistics > General > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Units of Measure.
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is defined and allowed.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Context: Ensure that the unit of measure is appropriate for the specific transaction you are trying to execute. Refer to the documentation or configuration for that transaction to confirm allowed units.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or additional configuration settings.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (e.g., base unit, alternative unit) and how they relate to each other.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on unit of measure settings and configurations.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect unit of measure handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.