How To Fix RSUOM001 - The quantity conversion type & is not in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSUOM - BW: Conversion of Units of Measure

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The quantity conversion type & is not in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSUOM001 - The quantity conversion type & is not in the system ?

  The SAP error message RSUOM001 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity conversion type specified in your system. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified unit of measure (UoM) conversion type in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified quantity conversion type is not defined in the system. This could happen if the conversion type was never created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Input: The input for the quantity conversion type may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMN1 (for maintaining unit of measure conversions).
  Verify if the conversion type you are trying to use is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, ensure that it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Conversion Type:
  
  If the conversion type is missing, you can create it by following the steps in the OMN1 transaction.
  Ensure that you enter the correct details, including the source and target units of measure and the conversion factor.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or incorrect values that may have led to the error.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure conversions and related configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, units of measure are used to define how quantities are expressed (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Conversion Factors: These are used to convert quantities from one unit of measure to another, which is essential for inventory management, sales, and purchasing processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMN1 (Maintain Unit of Measure Conversion) and OME1 (Maintain Unit of Measure) for managing UoM settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.