How To Fix SALV_X_API121 - Unit & is not defined

SALV_X_API121 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Unit & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API121 - Unit & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API121 Unit & is not defined typically occurs when working with the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework, particularly when trying to display or manipulate data in an ALV grid or list. This error indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) that is being referenced in your ALV report or program.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use in your ALV report is not defined in the system. This could happen if the unit is not maintained in the relevant tables (e.g., T006 for units of measure).
  Incorrect Data Mapping: The data being passed to the ALV might be referencing a unit of measure that does not exist or is misspelled.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source (like a database table or structure) does not contain the expected unit of measure, it can lead to this error.
  
  
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