How To Fix /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION015 - Unit of measure &1 for volume does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 for volume does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION015 - Unit of measure &1 for volume does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION015 Unit of measure &1 for volume does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to validate a unit of measure (UoM) for a volume-related field, but it cannot find the specified UoM in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure (UoM) for volume is not defined in the system. This could happen if the UoM was never created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for units of measure may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the UoM.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the data where the UoM is specified.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or product may not have the correct UoM assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Maintenance) in SAP.
  Verify if the UoM specified in the error message exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Missing UoM:
  
  If the UoM is missing, you can create it in the UoM maintenance screen. Ensure that you define it correctly, including the conversion factors if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the Basic Data and Sales views to ensure that the correct UoM is assigned for volume.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Review the input data where the UoM is specified to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the UoM or its configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of UoMs in SAP (e.g., base unit, alternative unit) and how they relate to each other.
  Conversion Factors: Familiarize yourself with how conversion factors work between different UoMs, especially if you are dealing with multiple units for the same material.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to UoM validation errors.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify UoMs in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the unit of measure for volume is correctly defined and utilized in your SAP system.