How To Fix /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29190 - Unit calculated for variable-size item not possible

/PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29190 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29 -

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Unit calculated for variable-size item not possible

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/PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29190 - Details

• The SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29190 typically indicates an issue related to the calculation of units for variable-size items in the context of a Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM). This error can occur in scenarios where the system is unable to determine a valid unit of measure for an item that has variable dimensions or sizes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Variable-Size Item Configuration: The item in question may be configured as a variable-size item, but the system lacks the necessary data to calculate the unit of measure.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The material master data for the variable-size item may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, particularly in the areas related to units of measure or dimensions.
  Inconsistent BOM Data: The Bill of Materials (BOM) may have inconsistencies or missing information that prevents the system from calculating the required unit.
  Unit of Measure Settings: The settings for units of measure in the material master or BOM may not be