How To Fix /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION026 - Unit of measure &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 026

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION026 - Unit of measure &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION026 Unit of measure &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system encounters a unit of measure (UoM) that is not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure (UoM) does not exist in the system. This could happen if the UoM was not created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The UoM might not be properly configured in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, info records).
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the UoM in transactions or data uploads.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) or OMN1 (Define Units of Measure) to check if the UoM exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it. Ensure that the UoM is defined correctly with the necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data and check if the UoM is correctly assigned to the material.
  If the UoM is missing or incorrect, you may need to update the material master using MM02.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Review the input data for any typos or incorrect entries related to the UoM. Ensure that the UoM is entered correctly in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the UoM or its configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the UoM was recently created or modified in a development environment, ensure that the changes have been transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of UoMs (e.g., base unit, alternative unit) and how they relate to each other.
  UoM Conversion: If you are working with multiple UoMs, ensure that conversion factors are defined correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to UoM handling in your specific version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined and utilized in your SAP system.