How To Fix PRS058 - Units are not defined for & category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRS - Message class for PROF_SERV packages.

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Units are not defined for & category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRS058 - Units are not defined for & category ?

  The SAP error message PRS058, which states "Units are not defined for & category," typically occurs in the context of SAP Project System (PS) or related modules where unit definitions are required for certain categories of data, such as costs, quantities, or other measurements.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure (UoM) Definition: The unit of measure for a specific category (e.g., cost elements, activity types, etc.) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the relevant category may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of a defined unit.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be an issue with the data entry where the unit of measure is not specified or is incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PRS058 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure) in SAP.
  Verify that the required unit of measure is defined for the relevant category. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Define Units for Categories:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for the category in question (e.g., cost elements, activity types).
  Ensure that the unit of measure is assigned correctly to the category.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the project or activity where the error occurred. Ensure that all necessary fields, including units of measure, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for unit definitions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CUNI for unit of measure maintenance, CJ20N for project management, and KP26 for activity type planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to unit definitions and project configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PRS058 error in your SAP system.