How To Fix SALES_PLAN047 - Enter a unit of measure in row &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALES_PLAN -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Enter a unit of measure in row &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALES_PLAN047 - Enter a unit of measure in row &1. ?

  The SAP error message SALES_PLAN047 ("Enter a unit of measure in row &1.") typically occurs in the context of sales planning or when entering data related to sales orders, forecasts, or similar transactions. This error indicates that a required field for the unit of measure (UoM) is missing in the specified row of your data entry.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause is that the unit of measure field is left blank in the specified row of the sales planning document.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the sales document type that does not allow for the unit of measure to be automatically populated.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have inadvertently skipped the unit of measure field while entering data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Unit of Measure: Go to the specified row (indicated by &1 in the error message) and enter a valid unit of measure. This could be a standard unit like "EA" (each), "KG" (kilogram), "L" (liter), etc., depending on the context of the sales plan.
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material master data for the item being processed has a valid unit of measure defined. You can check this in the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for sales documents and ensure that the unit of measure settings are correctly defined in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Data Validation: If you are uploading data via a batch input or an interface, ensure that the data being uploaded includes the unit of measure for each relevant entry.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), VA01 (Create Sales Order), or MC88 (Sales Planning) depending on where the error occurs.
  Unit of Measure Tables: Familiarize yourself with the relevant tables in SAP that deal with units of measure, such as T006 (Units of Measure) and T006A (Units of Measure: Language-Dependent Texts).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.