How To Fix /SAPAPO/PINV073 - &1: Conversion of UM not possible - no exclusion check of volume

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PINV -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: &1: Conversion of UM not possible - no exclusion check of volume

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV073 - &1: Conversion of UM not possible - no exclusion check of volume ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV073 &1: Conversion of UM not possible - no exclusion check of volume typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with unit of measure (UoM) conversion during the planning process. This error indicates that the system is unable to convert the unit of measure for a particular product due to the absence of a defined exclusion check for volume.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing UoM Conversion: The system does not have a defined conversion factor between the units of measure being used. This can happen if the UoM for the product is not properly set up in the material master or if the conversion factors are missing.
  
  
  Exclusion Check Not Defined: The error specifically mentions that there is no exclusion check for volume. This means that the system is trying to perform a conversion that is not allowed due to the absence of a defined exclusion check for the volume UoM.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system related to UoM settings or the way the product is defined in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Settings:
  
  Go to the material master data for the affected product and verify the UoM settings. Ensure that the necessary UoM conversions are defined.
  Check if the base UoM and alternative UoMs are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Define Exclusion Check:
  
  If the error is related to volume, you may need to define an exclusion check for volume in the configuration settings. This can typically be done in the APO configuration settings under the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the APO system related to UoM and ensure that they are correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP Easy Access menu under the APO configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to UoM conversion and exclusion checks for further guidance on how to resolve this issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the UoM conversion works as expected without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on UoM conversion issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), CIF (Core Interface), and SPRO (Customizing) to navigate through the material master and configuration settings.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.