How To Fix /PLMI/SP_MAT027 - Unit of Issue description not found for language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/SP_MAT -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Unit of Issue description not found for language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT027 - Unit of Issue description not found for language &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT027 Unit of Issue description not found for language &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to find a description for a specific unit of issue in the specified language. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with materials, products, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Data: The unit of issue may not have been defined for the specified language in the system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available descriptions in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master or related tables.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for units of measure may not be complete or properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check if the unit of issue is defined and if the description exists for the required language.
  If not, you may need to add the missing description.
  
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to edit the material master and ensure that the unit of issue has a description in the required language.
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data 1) and check the language-specific fields.
  
  
  
  Review User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set.
  You can do this in transaction code SU01 by reviewing the user’s parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings for units of measure in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that all necessary units of measure and their descriptions are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing units of measure and language settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your SAP GUI are correctly configured to match the language of the data you are trying to access.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the unit of issue descriptions are correctly maintained in the desired language.