How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL085 - Conversion factor from &1 to &2 could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Conversion factor from &1 to &2 could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL085 - Conversion factor from &1 to &2 could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL085 indicates that the system is unable to determine the conversion factor between two units of measure (UoM) in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically in the context of Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during order processing, stock checks, or when performing ATP calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The most common cause is that the conversion factor between the two specified units of measure (UoM) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect UoM Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the units of measure in the material master or in the relevant settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the master data, such as the material master or the UoM settings.
  Inactive UoM: The UoM might be inactive or not properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) in SAP.
  Verify that the conversion factor between the two units of measure (UoM) is defined and active.
  If it is missing, you will need to create a new entry for the conversion factor.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the UoM settings in the Basic Data and Sales views to ensure that the UoM is correctly assigned and that the conversion factors are defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive UoM:
  
  Ensure that the UoM you are trying to use is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to UoM and ATP to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, UoMs are used to define how quantities of materials are measured and managed. Each material can have multiple UoMs, and conversion factors are necessary for accurate calculations.
  ATP Check: The Available-to-Promise check is a critical function in supply chain management that determines the availability of products for fulfilling customer orders.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Unit of Measure Conversion
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List (to check stock levels and availability)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the conversion factors are correctly set up in your SAP system.