How To Fix RSUOM096 - There was an attempt to convert to target quantity &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 096

• Message text: There was an attempt to convert to target quantity &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSUOM096 - There was an attempt to convert to target quantity &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSUOM096 typically occurs in the context of unit of measure (UoM) conversions in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with materials and their quantities. The error indicates that there was an attempt to convert a quantity to a target unit of measure, but the conversion could not be completed successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The target unit of measure may not be defined in the system or may not be compatible with the source unit of measure.
  Missing Conversion Factors: There may be no conversion factors defined between the source and target units of measure in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the material master data or the unit of measure settings.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for units of measure in the system may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Go to the material master data and check the units of measure defined for the material in question.
  Ensure that the target unit of measure is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If the conversion factors are missing, you can define them in the material master under the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that the conversion factors are correctly set up to allow for the conversion between the source and target units.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant configuration path.
  Ensure that the settings for unit of measure conversions are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the material master data to ensure there are no discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 to view the material master and verify the UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on unit of measure conversions and related settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RSUOM096 or unit of measure conversions.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSUOM096 error and implement a solution to resolve it.