How To Fix PPECMP315 - Entry of quantity and/or unit is invalid without reference to object

PPECMP315 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPECMP - Messages for iPPE CMP Application (Components)

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Entry of quantity and/or unit is invalid without reference to object

What causes this issue?

You have entered a quantity and/or unit of measure without referring to
a concrete object.

System Response

You cannot enter a quantity and/or unit of measure without specifying
an object.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry for the quantity and/or unit of measure, or specify a
relevant object (such as a document).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPECMP315 - Entry of quantity and/or unit is invalid without reference to object ?

  The SAP error message PPECMP315, which states "Entry of quantity and/or unit is invalid without reference to object," typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when a user attempts to enter a quantity or unit of measure without a valid reference object. This can happen in various transactions, such as goods movements, inventory management, or production orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Object: The system requires a reference object (like a material document, purchase order, or production order) to validate the quantity and unit of measure being entered. If this reference is missing, the system cannot process the entry.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered an invalid quantity or unit of measure that does not correspond to the expected values for the reference object.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to process certain