How To Fix /PRA/CHECK_INPUT036 - UOM not valid for product &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CHECK_INPUT -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: UOM not valid for product &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT036 - UOM not valid for product &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT036 UOM not valid for product &1 &2 indicates that the Unit of Measure (UOM) being used for a specific product is not valid in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in scenarios involving product master data, inventory management, or sales and distribution processes.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid UOM Configuration: The UOM you are trying to use for the product is not defined in the system or is not valid for the specific product.
  Product Master Data Issues: The product master data may not have the required UOM set up correctly.
  UOM Conversion Issues: If there are conversion factors defined between different UOMs, they may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Transaction Context: The UOM may be valid in one context (e.g., sales) but not in another (e.g., inventory).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) to check if the UOM is defined in the system.
  Ensure that the UOM is correctly configured for the product in question.
  
  
  
  Review Product Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the product master data.
  Check the UOM settings in the Basic Data and Sales views to ensure that the UOM is listed and valid.
  
  
  
  Update UOM in Transaction:
  
  If you are entering a UOM manually in a transaction, ensure that you are using a valid UOM for that product.
  If necessary, change the UOM to one that is valid for the product.
  
  
  
  Check UOM Conversion Factors:
  
  If applicable, verify that the conversion factors between different UOMs are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to UOM configuration and product master data for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on UOM-related errors.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and modify product master data and UOM settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.