How To Fix /SAPAPO/ND117 - Material &1 has no base unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ND -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Material &1 has no base unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ND117 - Material &1 has no base unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ND117 Material &1 has no base unit of measure typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when a material is being processed, but it lacks a defined base unit of measure in the system. This can prevent various planning and execution processes from functioning correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Unit of Measure: The primary cause of this error is that the material in question does not have a base unit of measure defined in the material master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master records, particularly in the Logistics or Basic Data views.
  Material Not Extended: The material may not be extended to the relevant organizational levels (e.g., plant, storage location) where it is being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number that is causing the error.
  Check the Basic Data view to ensure that the Base Unit of Measure is defined. If it is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Base Unit of Measure:
  
  If the base unit of measure is missing, you can use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to update the material master.
  Navigate to the Basic Data view and enter the appropriate base unit of measure (e.g., EA for each, KG for kilograms, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type allows for the definition of a base unit of measure. Some material types may have restrictions.
  
  
  
  Extend Material:
  
  If the material is not extended to the relevant plant or storage location, use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 to extend it properly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  After making changes, ensure that the data is consistent across all relevant views and organizational levels.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After correcting the material master data, re-run the process that triggered the error to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that you are familiar with the different views of the material master, especially Basic Data and Sales Organization data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material can be processed correctly in the SAP APO system.