How To Fix RSUOM078 - Quantity conversion type &1 copied to quantity conversion type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Quantity conversion type &1 copied to quantity conversion type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSUOM078 - Quantity conversion type &1 copied to quantity conversion type &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSUOM078 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of quantities between different units of measure (UoM) in the system. Specifically, it suggests that a quantity conversion type has been copied from one unit of measure to another, but there may be a problem with the configuration or the data involved in this conversion.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The conversion factors between the units of measure may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Missing Conversion Entries: There may be missing entries for the conversion types in the unit of measure table.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the units of measure being used in the transaction.
  Unit of Measure Settings: The settings for the units of measure in the material master or other relevant master data may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) and verify that the conversion factors for the relevant units of measure are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the conversion types are set up correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the materials involved in the transaction. Ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined and that the conversion factors are accurate.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master and check the relevant views (Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Run consistency checks to identify any data inconsistencies related to units of measure.
  Use transaction codes like MM02 to make necessary adjustments to the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure conversions and related settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the quantity conversions work as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): A unit of measure is a standard quantity used to express a physical quantity. In SAP, units of measure can be defined for various purposes, including purchasing, sales, and inventory management.
  Conversion Factors: These are the numerical values that define how one unit of measure can be converted into another. For example, converting kilograms to grams.
  SAP Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant SAP transactions such as CUNI, MM03, and MM02 for managing units of measure and material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for specific guidance related to the error message RSUOM078.