How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM096 - BASE_UOM not specified in order &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: BASE_UOM not specified in order &1, item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM096 - BASE_UOM not specified in order &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM096 BASE_UOM not specified in order &1, item &2 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UOM) for a specific order item. This error indicates that the base unit of measure (BASE_UOM) has not been defined for the order in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Unit of Measure: The most common cause of this error is that the base unit of measure has not been specified for the order item in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or in the order type settings that prevent the base UOM from being recognized.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the APO and the ERP system, especially if the order was created in one system and is being processed in another.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record for the relevant material and ensure that the base unit of measure is defined correctly. You can do this using transaction code MM03.
  Verify that the base UOM is set in the Basic Data view.
  
  
  
  Review Order Details:
  
  Check the order details for the specific order and item mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the base UOM is specified.
  You can use transaction codes like CO03 (for production orders) or COV2 (for process orders) to view the order details.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the order type in the customizing settings. Ensure that the settings allow for the base UOM to be specified.
  You can access the configuration settings through transaction code SPRO.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the order was created in the ERP system, ensure that the data has been properly synchronized with the APO system. You may need to run the relevant data transfer jobs to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version and configuration of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  CO03 - Display Production Order
  COV2 - Display Process Order
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/PDEM096 error message.