How To Fix /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION025 - Unit of measure &1 only allows &2 decimal places

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 only allows &2 decimal places

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION025 - Unit of measure &1 only allows &2 decimal places ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION025 indicates that there is a validation issue related to the unit of measure (UoM) in your SAP system. Specifically, it states that the unit of measure &1 only allows &2 decimal places, meaning that the value you are trying to enter exceeds the allowed number of decimal places for that particular unit of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Decimal Places: The value you are trying to enter for a quantity or measurement is using more decimal places than what is defined for the specified unit of measure.
  Configuration Settings: The unit of measure may have been configured in the system to allow only a certain number of decimal places, and the input does not comply with this configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry where too many decimal places were inadvertently included.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) or OMN3 (Maintain Units of Measure) in SAP.
  Look for the specific unit of measure that is causing the error and check its configuration settings, particularly the number of decimal places allowed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Input Value:
  
  Modify the value you are trying to enter to ensure it complies with the allowed number of decimal places for the specified unit of measure. For example, if the UoM allows only 2 decimal places, ensure that your input does not exceed this.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a transaction involving material master data, check the material master record to ensure that the correct unit of measure is being used and that it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or how to change it, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, units of measure are used to define how quantities are expressed (e.g., kilograms, liters, pieces). Each UoM can have specific settings, including the number of decimal places allowed.
  Material Master: The material master record contains information about materials, including their units of measure and the allowed decimal places for each UoM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material data effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your data entry complies with the system's requirements.