How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA602 - Conversion of unit for product &1 is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 602

• Message text: Conversion of unit for product &1 is incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA602 - Conversion of unit for product &1 is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA602 Conversion of unit for product &1 is incorrect typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) conversion for a specific product. This can happen during various processes, such as planning, forecasting, or when trying to execute transactions involving the product.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect UoM Configuration: The unit of measure for the product may not be correctly defined in the system. This includes issues with the base unit of measure or the conversion factors between different units of measure.
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: If the conversion factors between the base unit and the alternative units are not maintained, the system will not be able to perform the necessary conversions.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the product, such as differences between the APO and the ERP system.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the UoM definitions or conversions.
  
  
  Product Not Extended: The product may not be extended to the relevant planning area or may not have the necessary data in the APO system.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the product master data in the APO system and verify the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined and that all necessary alternative units of measure are included.
  
  
  
  Maintain Conversion Factors:
  
  In the product master, check the conversion factors between the base unit and any alternative units. Ensure that they are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Data:
  
  If there are discrepancies between the APO and ERP systems, ensure that the master data is synchronized. You may need to re-upload or adjust the data.
  
  
  
  Review Product Extension:
  
  Ensure that the product is properly extended to the relevant planning area in APO. This can be checked in the product master data.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all UoM data was correctly transferred.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to UoM issues in APO for any specific guidance or patches that may address the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 to access product master data or /SAPAPO/MC62 for checking the planning book settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to UoM conversion errors in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA602.