How To Fix RSUOM009 - The unit & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The unit & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSUOM009 - The unit & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSUOM009 indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) specified does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that involves a unit of measure that has not been defined or is not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: There may be a typo or an incorrect unit of measure being referenced in your transaction or configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The unit of measure may not be assigned to the relevant material or product in the master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the unit of measure table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure you are trying to use is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  
  You can check this in the SAP GUI by navigating to Transaction Code: CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) or Transaction Code: OME1 (Maintain Units of Measure).
  
  
  
  Create/Define Unit of Measure: If the unit of measure does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  Go to Transaction Code: CUNI and create the new unit of measure.
  Ensure that you define the unit of measure correctly, including its conversion factors if necessary.
  
  
  
  Assign Unit of Measure to Material: If the unit of measure exists but is not assigned to the material, you need to assign it.
  
  Use Transaction Code: MM02 to change the material master data and assign the correct unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up with the appropriate units of measure.
  
  Check the basic data and purchasing views to ensure that the unit of measure is included.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are working with custom developments or configurations, ensure that the unit of measure is correctly referenced in the relevant programs or configurations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the units of measure used in your organization, consult your internal documentation or SAP help resources.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Tables: The relevant tables for units of measure in SAP include:
  
  T006: Units of Measure
  T006A: Units of Measure (Language-Dependent)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to unit of measure errors.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify units of measure in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSUOM009 error and ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined and utilized in your SAP system.