How To Fix /SAPMP/PUR005 - Length characteristic &1 not valuated for length-based material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPMP/PUR -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Length characteristic &1 not valuated for length-based material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR005 - Length characteristic &1 not valuated for length-based material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR005 Length characteristic &1 not valuated for length-based material &2 typically occurs in the context of materials that are managed based on length, such as textiles, cables, or other linear materials. This error indicates that a required length characteristic (like a specific dimension or measurement) has not been assigned a value for the specified material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Length Characteristic Value: The length characteristic (e.g., length, width, height) for the material in question has not been defined or is missing in the material master data.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be set up correctly to handle length-based characteristics.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the material management module that prevent the proper assignment of length characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the material &2.
  Ensure that all required length characteristics (like length, width, etc.) are properly filled in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing).
  If the characteristic &1 is missing, enter the appropriate value.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Configuration:
  
  Check if the material type assigned to the material is configured to support length-based characteristics.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the material type is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and add the missing characteristic values.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data and confirm the existing values.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting the assignment of length characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to length-based materials for any additional configuration or data entry requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that you are familiar with the different views of the material master, especially those related to purchasing and basic data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the length characteristic is properly valuated for the specified material.