How To Fix PHIN575 - Material &1 requires Base Unit of Measure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 575

• Message text: Material &1 requires Base Unit of Measure &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN575 - Material &1 requires Base Unit of Measure &2 ?

  The SAP error message PHIN575 indicates that a material (denoted as &1) requires a base unit of measure (denoted as &2) to be defined. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a material that has not been properly configured with its base unit of measure in the material master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Unit of Measure: The material master record for the specified material does not have a base unit of measure defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material may have been created or modified without specifying the base unit of measure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data that prevent the system from recognizing the base unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PHIN575 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  Check the Basic Data view to see if the Base Unit of Measure is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Base Unit of Measure:
  
  If the Base Unit of Measure is missing, you can add it by using transaction code MM02.
  Navigate to the Basic Data view and enter the appropriate Base Unit of Measure (e.g., EA for each, KG for kilograms, etc.).
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the material master record.
  
  
  Re-test the Operation: After updating the material master, re-attempt the operation that triggered the error to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  Base Unit of Measure: This is the unit in which the material is managed in inventory and is crucial for various transactions, including purchasing, sales, and inventory management.
  Material Types: Different material types may have specific requirements for the base unit of measure, so ensure that the material type is correctly configured.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or check for any additional configuration settings that may be affecting the material master data.