How To Fix RE118 - No conversion factors necessary for item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No conversion factors necessary for item &

What causes this issue?

You have entered a quantity unit and price quantity unit which are:
Identical
Automatically converted by the system
Example: grams to kilograms &SYSTEM_RESPONSE& &WHAT_TO_DO&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE118 - No conversion factors necessary for item & ?

  The SAP error message RE118 ("No conversion factors necessary for item &") typically occurs in the context of Real Estate Management (RE) when there is an issue with the conversion factors for a specific item in a contract or a rental agreement. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary conversion factors to process the item correctly.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The most common cause of this error is that the conversion factors for the specified item are not defined in the system. This can happen if the item is newly created or if the configuration has not been properly set up.
  
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item may not be of a type that requires conversion factors, leading the system to throw this error.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the Real Estate Management module, particularly in the area of item types and their associated conversion factors.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to the system being unable to find the necessary conversion factors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Conversion Factors: Verify that the conversion factors for the item in question are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Item Type: Ensure that the item type is appropriate and that it is set up to require conversion factors. If it is not, you may need to adjust the item type or the associated settings.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the Real Estate Management module to ensure that all necessary settings are in place. This may involve checking the customizing settings for item types and conversion factors.
  
  
  Data Validation: Check the master data and transactional data for any inconsistencies or errors that may be causing the issue. Correct any discrepancies found.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up conversion factors and item types in the Real Estate Management module.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RECN (Contract Management) or REIS (Real Estate Information System) that may help in navigating the Real Estate Management module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the RE118 error in your SAP system.