How To Fix /PLMB/BA_RCP721 - Line &1: Unit of measure &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_RCP -

• Message number: 721

• Message text: Line &1: Unit of measure &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP721 - Line &1: Unit of measure &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP721 Line &1: Unit of measure &2 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to process a line item that references a unit of measure (UoM) that is not defined in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation of a bill of materials (BOM), production order, or when processing materials in inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure (UoM) does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo, or the UoM may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master may not be properly configured to include the required UoM.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues that resulted in missing UoMs.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling UoMs correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure) to check if the UoM exists.
  If it does not exist, you can create it by using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., CUNI for creating units of measure).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master record and check if the UoM is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the UoM is included in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales).
  
  
  
  Check BOM or Order:
  
  If the error occurs while processing a BOM or production order, check the specific line item for the UoM and ensure it is valid.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary UoMs were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any custom development documentation to ensure that UoMs are being handled correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Manage Units of Measure
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS03: Display BOM
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify UoM settings and material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.