How To Fix RCPMSC017 - Unit of measurement for characteristic &1 does not match that of char. &2


RCPMSC017 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RCPMSC - Various

  • Message number: 017

  • Message text: Unit of measurement for characteristic &1 does not match that of char. &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    The unit of measurement for the characteristic of the target value must
    match that of the characteristic of the minimum and maximum quantity.
    This is not the case.

    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?

    In the characteristic definitions, change the units of measurement so
    that they are identical.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


RCPMSC017 - Details

  • The SAP error message RCPMSC017 indicates that there is a mismatch in the unit of measurement (UoM) for two characteristics in a material or product configuration. Specifically, it occurs when the unit of measurement for one characteristic does not match the unit of measurement for another characteristic that is being compared or used together in a configuration.
    
    Cause: Mismatch in Units: The primary cause of this error is that the two characteristics being compared or used together have different units of measurement. For example, one characteristic might be in kilograms while the other is in grams.
    Configuration Issues: This can also occur due to incorrect configuration settings in the material master or characteristic definitions. Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, data entry errors during the creation or modification of characteristics can lead to this mismatch.
    Solution: Check Characteristic Definitions: Go to the characteristic definitions in the SAP system and verify the units of measurement for both characteristics involved

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