How To Fix /PLMI/RCA_CALC070 - Unit conversion not possible; scaling is not possible

/PLMI/RCA_CALC070 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RCA_CALC -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Unit conversion not possible; scaling is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC070 - Unit conversion not possible; scaling is not possible ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC070 Unit conversion not possible; scaling is not possible typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or related modules when there is an issue with unit conversion during calculations. This error indicates that the system is unable to convert units due to incompatible scaling factors or missing conversion factors.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incompatible Units: The units involved in the calculation may not be compatible for conversion. For example, trying to convert between units that do not have a defined relationship (e.g., converting mass to volume without a density factor).
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The necessary conversion factors for the units involved may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the unit of measure (UoM) is custom or not standard.
  
  
  Incorrect Unit Configuration: The configuration of units in the system may be incorrect, leading to issues when the system attempts to perform calculations.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may