How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD216 - &1: Second supplementary unit without having a first one is not allowed

/SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD -

• Message number: 216

• Message text: &1: Second supplementary unit without having a first one is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD216 - &1: Second supplementary unit without having a first one is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD216 &1: Second supplementary unit without having a first one is not allowed typically occurs in the context of handling supplementary units of measure in SAP, particularly in the Logistics or Material Management modules. This error indicates that there is an attempt to define a second supplementary unit of measure without having a primary or first supplementary unit defined.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Primary Supplementary Unit: The error arises when a second supplementary unit is being defined without a corresponding first supplementary unit. In SAP, supplementary units are used to provide additional measurement units for a material, but they must be defined in a specific order.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material master or the relevant transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry process where the first supplementary unit was not entered or was