How To Fix RM176 - Excess when converting to unit of measure in routing header

RM176 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 176

• Message text: Excess when converting to unit of measure in routing header

What causes this issue?

In the reporting point backflush, the entered unit of measure for the
backflush quantity is converted to the routing header unit of measure.

System Response

In this process, the conversion result exceeded the maximum value
allowed.

How to fix this error?

Carry out the backflush using a smaller quantity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM176 - Excess when converting to unit of measure in routing header ?

  The SAP error message RM176 ("Excess when converting to unit of measure in routing header") typically occurs when there is a discrepancy in the unit of measure (UoM) conversion in the routing header of a production order or a similar process. This error can arise due to several reasons, including incorrect configuration of units of measure, issues with the material master data, or problems with the routing itself.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure Configuration: The conversion factors between different units of measure may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Material Master Issues: The material master data may have incorrect or missing unit of measure settings.
  Routing Configuration: The routing may have been set up with incorrect units of measure that do not match the material or production order.
  Excess Quantity: The quantity being processed may exceed the allowable limits defined in the routing or material master.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction