How To Fix RSUOM116 - Empty base unit of measure found in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Empty base unit of measure found in &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSUOM116 - Empty base unit of measure found in &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSUOM116, which states "Empty base unit of measure found in &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) configuration in the system. This error indicates that a material or object in the specified context (denoted by &1) does not have a defined base unit of measure, which is essential for various operations in SAP, such as inventory management, purchasing, and sales.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Unit of Measure: The most common cause is that the material master record or the relevant object does not have a base unit of measure defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues in the configuration of the material master or the unit of measure settings in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the base unit of measure was not correctly transferred or defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the Basic Data view.
  Ensure that the Base Unit of Measure field is filled in. If it is empty, you will need to update it.
  
  
  
  Update Base Unit of Measure:
  
  If the base unit of measure is missing, you can update it by using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Navigate to the Basic Data view and enter the appropriate base unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of units of measure in the system (transaction code OME1).
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined for the relevant material types.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the error is occurring after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your particular implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  OME1: Maintain Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSUOM116 error and ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined for the relevant materials or objects in your SAP system.