How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT035 - Conversion to alternative unit of measure &1 has already been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Conversion to alternative unit of measure &1 has already been defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT035 - Conversion to alternative unit of measure &1 has already been defined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT035 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a material's unit of measure (UoM) in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it means that a conversion to the specified alternative unit of measure has already been defined in the system, and you are attempting to define it again.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Conversion Entry: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an existing conversion factor for the specified alternative unit of measure for the material in question.
  Data Entry Error: It may also occur if there is a mistake in the data entry process, such as trying to create a conversion that is already present.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in the system may lead to this error if they are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Conversions:
  
  Go to the material master data for the specific material and check the unit of measure settings.
  Look for existing conversions to the alternative unit of measure you are trying to define. If it exists, you may not need to create it again.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Conversion:
  
  If you find that the conversion already exists and you need to change it, you can modify the existing conversion instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing conversion is incorrect or no longer needed, you can delete it.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to access the material master and check the unit of measure settings.
  Alternatively, you can use CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure) to manage unit conversions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to unit of measure conversions in APO for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, a unit of measure is a standard quantity used to measure the amount of a material. Different units can be defined for the same material (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, including data related to purchasing, inventory management, and production planning.
  APO Module: The Advanced Planning and Optimization module in SAP is used for supply chain planning and includes functionalities for demand planning, supply network planning, and production planning.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.