How To Fix RSAU506 - Unit of measure & is not entered in the unit of measure table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Unit of measure & is not entered in the unit of measure table

What causes this issue?

Unit of measure &V1& is not recorded in unit of measure table T006.
However, this was given as a fixed unit of measure for a key figure
that is used in the update rules.

System Response

The update rules cannot be imported as long as this entry does not
exist in unit of measure table T006.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that unit of measure &V1& is recorded in the table mentioned
above. The loading of the currencies is necessary for this. Please
contact your system administrator for this.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU506 - Unit of measure & is not entered in the unit of measure table ?

  The SAP error message RSAU506 indicates that a unit of measure (UoM) is not defined in the unit of measure table. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that involves a specific unit of measure that the system does not recognize or have configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure may be incorrectly configured or misspelled in the transaction or master data.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typographical error in the unit of measure being used in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAU506 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Unit of Measure:
  
  Verify the unit of measure you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Define the Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is indeed missing, you will need to define it in the SAP system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion).
  In the unit of measure table, you can add the missing unit of measure.
  Ensure that you provide all necessary details, such as the description and conversion factors if applicable.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  If the unit of measure is related to a specific material or product, check the material master data (transaction code MM02) to ensure that the unit of measure is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings in the relevant modules (like MM, SD, etc.) to ensure that the unit of measure is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing units of measure.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Table: The unit of measure table in SAP is typically maintained in the configuration settings and can be accessed through various transaction codes depending on the specific module.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to units of measure include:
  
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to unit of measure handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAU506 error and ensure that the necessary unit of measure is available for your transactions.