How To Fix RE396 - No description for unit of measure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 396

• Message text: No description for unit of measure &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE396 - No description for unit of measure &1 ?

  The SAP error message RE396 "No description for unit of measure &1" typically occurs when the system encounters a unit of measure (UoM) that does not have a corresponding description in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or processing documents that involve quantities and units of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM Description: The unit of measure specified (represented by &1 in the error message) does not have a description in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be defined at all.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RE396 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) or OMN1 (Define Units of Measure) in SAP.
  Verify if the unit of measure in question is defined and has a description. If it is missing, you will need to create or update it.
  
  
  
  Create/Update UoM:
  
  If the unit of measure does not exist, create it by entering the necessary details, including the description.
  If it exists but lacks a description, update the entry to include a valid description.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the relevant master data (e.g., material master, vendor master) to ensure that the unit of measure is correctly assigned and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing units of measure.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): A standard quantity used to measure physical quantities (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like CUNI, OMN1, and MM02 (for material master changes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to unit of measure issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RE396 error and ensure that the unit of measure is properly defined in your SAP system.