How To Fix RE117 - Enter conversion factors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Enter conversion factors

What causes this issue?

You have entered different units for the quantity and price quantity in
the reservation item, but have not entered any conversion factors.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_M+GLICH OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Enter values in the <ls>Conversion Factors for Item</> dialog box.
If you choose<LS>Terminate</>, the system automatically sets a
conversion factor of 1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE117 - Enter conversion factors ?

  The SAP error message RE117 "Enter conversion factors" typically occurs in the context of Real Estate Management (RE) when you are trying to create or modify a rental agreement, lease, or similar transaction that requires conversion factors for units of measure (e.g., square meters to square feet).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects conversion factors to be defined for the units of measure being used in the transaction, but they are either missing or not properly configured. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  The unit of measure for the property or rental agreement is not defined in the system.
  The conversion factors between different units of measure (e.g., from square meters to square feet) have not been set up in the system.
  The relevant configuration settings for unit conversions are incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RE117 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for Real Estate Management.
  Check the settings for units of measure to ensure that the required units are defined.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  In the configuration settings, look for the section related to conversion factors.
  Define the necessary conversion factors for the units of measure you are using. For example, if you are converting square meters to square feet, ensure that the conversion factor (1 square meter = 10.7639 square feet) is correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the property or rental agreement to ensure that the correct units of measure are assigned.
  Make sure that the relevant fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to configure units of measure or conversion factors, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources specific to Real Estate Management.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RECN (for contract management) or REIS (for investment management) to access relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the RE117 error for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to unit of measure settings and conversion factors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RE117 error and continue with your transaction in SAP.