How To Fix /PLMI/SP_MAT029 - Unit of measure for commodity code description not found for language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/SP_MAT -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Unit of measure for commodity code description not found for language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT029 - Unit of measure for commodity code description not found for language &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT029 indicates that the system is unable to find a unit of measure (UoM) for a specific commodity code description in the specified language. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with materials, commodities, or products that have language-specific descriptions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM Configuration: The unit of measure for the commodity code may not be defined in the system for the specified language.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not be correctly configured, leading to the inability to retrieve the UoM.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data records for the commodity code.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might not be handling the language-specific UoM correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) and verify if the UoM for the commodity code is defined for the required language.
  Ensure that the UoM is correctly assigned to the commodity code in the material master.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set.
  If necessary, change the language in the user settings or in the transaction where the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data for the commodity code.
  Ensure that all necessary fields, including UoM and language-specific descriptions, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries.
  Use transaction SE11 to check the database tables related to the commodity codes and UoM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may be available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CUNI - Unit of Measure Conversion
  MM03 - Display Material
  SE11 - Data Dictionary
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Profile Settings: Ensure that the language settings in the user profile are correctly configured to avoid language-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /PLMI/SP_MAT029.