How To Fix /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29176 - Unit of measure &1 not allowed for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29 -

• Message number: 176

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 not allowed for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29176 - Unit of measure &1 not allowed for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29176 Unit of measure &1 not allowed for material &2 typically indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) assigned to a specific material in the system. This error often arises in the context of manufacturing or production planning, particularly when working with Bill of Materials (BOM) or Material BOM mapping.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified for the material does not match the allowed units defined in the material master data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material or the BOM may not allow the specified unit of measure.
  Material Master Data: The material master may not have the correct UoM settings, or the UoM may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location.
  BOM Settings: The BOM may have been set up with a different UoM than what is being used in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for material &2.
  Verify the unit of measure settings in the Basic Data and Purchasing views.
  Ensure that the UoM &1 is listed as an allowed unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Update BOM:
  
  If the BOM is using a different UoM, you may need to adjust the BOM (transaction code CS02) to ensure it aligns with the material's UoM.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the customizing (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the UoM settings are correctly defined for the relevant materials and BOMs.
  
  
  
  Create/Change UoM:
  
  If the UoM &1 is not defined for the material, you may need to add it in the material master or change the UoM in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on UoM settings and BOM configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS02: Change BOM
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and BOMs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.