How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING117 - Volume UoM required when Quantity is entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Volume UoM required when Quantity is entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING117 - Volume UoM required when Quantity is entered ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING117 Volume UoM required when Quantity is entered typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where volume measurements are relevant. This error indicates that when a quantity is entered for a product or material, the system requires a corresponding Unit of Measure (UoM) for volume to be specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Volume UoM: The system is configured to require a volume UoM when a quantity is entered, but it has not been provided.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the material master or the relevant configuration may not be set up correctly to handle volume measurements.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the volume UoM while entering the quantity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Volume UoM: Ensure that when you enter a quantity, you also specify the corresponding volume UoM. This could be liters, cubic meters, etc., depending on the context of the material.
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the item you are working with. Ensure that the volume UoM is defined and correctly configured.
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (like Basic Data, Sales Org Data, etc.) for UoM settings.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transactions (like SPRO) to ensure that the system is set up to handle volume UoMs correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling UoMs in your version of SAP.
  User Training: If this is a recurring issue, consider providing training to users on how to properly enter quantities and UoMs in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Settings: Understanding how UoMs are defined and managed in SAP can help prevent this error. UoMs can be defined in the material master and can include base UoMs, alternative UoMs, and sales UoMs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are addressed in later updates.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary volume UoM is provided when entering quantities in SAP.