How To Fix /PLMB/BA_RCP074 - Unit of measure is not allowed for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_RCP -

• Message number: 074

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP074 - Unit of measure is not allowed for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP074 Unit of measure is not allowed for item &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or related modules when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) assigned to a specific item in a transaction or process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure assigned to the item is not valid for the specific context in which it is being used. This could be due to configuration settings or restrictions in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The unit of measure may not be defined in the system for the specific material or item type.
  Item Type Restrictions: Certain item types may have specific allowed units of measure, and the one being used does not meet those criteria.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the item, such as incorrect settings in the material master or related records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for the item in question. Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined and allowed for the material.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  Review UoM Settings: Check the unit of measure settings in the system. Ensure that the unit of measure is defined and allowed for the specific item category.
  
  Transaction Code: OMN3 (Define Units of Measure)
  
  
  Adjust Item Type Configuration: If the item type has restrictions on allowed units of measure, consider adjusting the configuration to include the required unit.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides related to the specific module or process you are working with to ensure compliance with the expected settings.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to material management and unit of measure settings, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and unit of measure settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.