How To Fix QY045 - Unit &1 cannot be converted into base unit of measure for the material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QY - QM: Sample management

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Unit &1 cannot be converted into base unit of measure for the material

What causes this issue?

The unit of measure &V1& cannot be converted into the base unit of
measure for the material. However, this is a prerequisite if you want to
create an inspection lot for the material sample, or want to inspect the
sample in a lot that already exists.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a unit of measure that can be converted into the base unit of
measure for the material.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QY045 - Unit &1 cannot be converted into base unit of measure for the material ?

  The SAP error message QY045 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a unit of measure (UoM) for a specific material into its base unit of measure. This typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The most common cause of this error is that the conversion factors between the unit of measure (UoM) and the base unit of measure are not defined in the material master data.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure being used may not be valid for the material or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the material master data, such as incorrect settings or missing information.
  Unit of Measure Group Issues: The unit of measure group assigned to the material may not include the unit you are trying to use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
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