How To Fix OIURVOW428 - Unit of measure code mismatch.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIURVOW - Revenue: Ownership and Transfer

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Unit of measure code mismatch.

What causes this issue?

The new and old values of the unit of measure code differ.

System Response

When values differ, the records cannot combine.

How to fix this error?

For the records to combine, the values must be equal.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIURVOW428 - Unit of measure code mismatch. ?

  The SAP error message OIURVOW428, which indicates a "Unit of measure code mismatch," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when there is a discrepancy between the expected unit of measure (UoM) and the actual UoM being used in a transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, inventory postings, or when processing purchase orders.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure Configuration: The unit of measure defined for the material in the material master may not match the unit of measure being used in the transaction.
  Conversion Issues: If there are conversion factors defined between different units of measure, they may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches.
  Transaction Data Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect unit of measure in the transaction, or the system may be pulling an incorrect UoM from a related document.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master may not have the correct UoM settings, or the UoM may not be maintained for the specific transaction type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the unit of measure settings. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the unit of measure entered matches the expected unit of measure for the material.
  
  
  
  Verify UoM Conversions:
  
  If applicable, check the conversion factors between different units of measure in the material master. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that the system can convert between them as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to units of measure in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, SD). Ensure that the settings align with business requirements.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If the issue is due to user error, consider providing training or documentation to help users understand the correct units of measure to use in transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  MMBE (Stock Overview)
  MB1A (Goods Withdrawal)
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for OIURVOW428 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to unit of measure management and inventory management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OIURVOW428 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.