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