How To Fix PPER3E_CMPID004 - Unit &1 is not valid for the material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPER3E_CMPID - Message Class for BAdI Class CL_PPER3E_CMPID

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Unit &1 is not valid for the material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPER3E_CMPID004 - Unit &1 is not valid for the material &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPER3E_CMPID004 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a specific material in the system. The message typically means that the unit of measure specified for the material is not valid or not recognized in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified for the material does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The material master may not be configured properly, leading to discrepancies in the unit of measure settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the unit of measure entered during transactions.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that restricts its use with certain units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the unit of measure settings for the material in question.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined and is active.
  
  
  
  Validate Unit of Measure:
  
  Check if the unit of measure is defined in the system (transaction code CUNI).
  If the unit of measure is missing, you may need to create it or correct the entry.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly assigned in the relevant configuration settings (e.g., in the material type settings).
  Check if there are any specific settings in the configuration that might restrict the use of certain units of measure.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to a data entry mistake, correct the entry and try the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is not blocked or in a status that prevents its use with the specified unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and unit of measure configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message PPER3E_CMPID004.