How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT090 - Enter unit for maximum packed length/width/height

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Enter unit for maximum packed length/width/height

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT090 - Enter unit for maximum packed length/width/height ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT090 Enter unit for maximum packed length/width/height typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when you are trying to maintain or update material master data, specifically in the area of packing specifications. This error indicates that the system requires a unit of measurement for the maximum packed dimensions (length, width, height) of a material, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measurement: The most common cause of this error is that the fields for maximum packed length, width, and height have been filled in, but the corresponding unit of measurement (UoM) has not been specified.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the material master data or packing specifications in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the unit of measurement while entering the dimensions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) depending on your requirement.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Packing Data:
  
  Select the appropriate view that includes packing data (e.g., Basic Data 1, Sales Org 1, etc.).
  
  
  
  Enter Unit of Measurement:
  
  Ensure that you enter the unit of measurement for maximum packed length, width, and height. This could be in centimeters (cm), meters (m), inches (in), etc., depending on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required unit of measurement, save the changes to the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to material master data and packing specifications to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Units of Measurement: Ensure that the units of measurement used are consistent with the rest of the material data and are defined in the system.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views of the material master, as packing data may be located in various views depending on the material type and industry.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on material master data management and packing specifications.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the required packing dimensions for your materials in SAP APO.