How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01065 - Reference product has different base unit of measure: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Reference product has different base unit of measure: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01065 - Reference product has different base unit of measure: & ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01065 indicates that there is a mismatch in the base unit of measure (UoM) for a reference product in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform operations that involve multiple products or materials that have different base units of measure, which can lead to inconsistencies in planning and execution.
  Cause:
  
  Different Base Units of Measure: The reference product and the product you are working with have different base units of measure defined in their material master records.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that lead to this mismatch.
  Data Inconsistencies: Data inconsistencies between the APO and the ERP system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record of both the reference product and the product in question.
  Verify the base unit of measure for both products. They should match for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Adjust Base Unit of Measure:
  
  If the base units of measure are different, you may need to change one of them to ensure they match. This can be done in the material master (transaction code MM02).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for handling units of measure.
  Ensure that the settings for the product hierarchy and planning area are consistent.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks between the APO and the ERP system to identify any discrepancies in the master data.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidelines or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  /SAPAPO/MC62 - Consistency Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in APO, especially those related to product master data and units of measure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/MC01065 and ensure that your products have consistent base units of measure for planning purposes.