How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_SI2B009 - Unit of measure &1 of material &2 cannot be used to maintain routing &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_SI2B -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 of material &2 cannot be used to maintain routing &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_SI2B009 - Unit of measure &1 of material &2 cannot be used to maintain routing &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_SI2B009 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) associated with a material when trying to maintain a routing. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and routing in SAP, where the system expects a specific unit of measure for the material being used in the routing.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Unit of Measure: The unit of measure for the material specified in the routing does not match the expected unit of measure for that material in the context of the routing.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The material may not be properly configured in the system, or the unit of measure may not be defined correctly in the material master.
  Routing Settings: The routing may be set up to use a different unit of measure than what is defined for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record for the material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the units of measure defined for the material. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Routing:
  
  Check the routing (transaction code CA03) to see what unit of measure is being used.
  Ensure that the routing is compatible with the unit of measure defined for the material.
  
  
  
  Adjust Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure in the routing is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  If necessary, create or modify the unit of measure conversion factors in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for units of measure in the system are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the unit of measure handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CA03: Display Routing
  C223: Maintain Unit of Measure Conversion
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and routing to understand the expected configurations and settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.