How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM845 - Basic unit of measure in Order &1 Item &2 Sched.Line &3 is not determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 845

• Message text: Basic unit of measure in Order &1 Item &2 Sched.Line &3 is not determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM845 - Basic unit of measure in Order &1 Item &2 Sched.Line &3 is not determined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM845 indicates that the basic unit of measure (BOM) for a specific order item and schedule line is not determined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with production orders, purchase orders, or sales orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The basic unit of measure may not be defined in the material master data for the specific material being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the APO system may not be set up correctly to determine the basic unit of measure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies between the APO and the ERP system, particularly if the data has not been synchronized properly.
  Material Type Issues: The material type may not support the basic unit of measure, or it may not be correctly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the basic data view for the material in question. Ensure that the basic unit of measure is defined correctly.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or update the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that the basic unit of measure is being determined correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in the APO system for the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Data:
  
  If there are discrepancies between the APO and ERP systems, consider running the data synchronization jobs to ensure that the latest data is available in both systems.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type is correctly defined and supports the basic unit of measure. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to debug the relevant function modules or check the logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional insights into the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  CIF - Core Interface for data transfer between SAP ERP and SAP APO
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO and material master data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.