How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN220 - Unit of measurement is invalid &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Unit of measurement is invalid &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN220 - Unit of measurement is invalid &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN220 Unit of measurement is invalid &1 typically indicates that the unit of measurement (UoM) specified in a transaction or document is not recognized or is invalid in the context of the operation being performed. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during the creation of purchase orders, goods receipts, or inventory management.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect UoM: The unit of measurement entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the material or product being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The UoM may not be properly configured in the material master or in the relevant settings for the specific transaction.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the UoM field, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Missing UoM Conversion: If the UoM is not set up for conversion with the base unit of measure, it may lead to this error.
  Inactive UoM: The UoM might be inactive or not allowed for the specific transaction type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify UoM: Check the UoM entered in the transaction. Ensure it is spelled correctly and matches the UoM defined in the material master.
  Check Material Master: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the UoM settings. Ensure that the UoM is defined and active for the material.
  Review UoM Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for units of measure (transaction code OME1) to ensure that the UoM is correctly set up.
  UoM Conversion: If applicable, ensure that the UoM has a conversion factor defined with the base unit of measure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on UoM settings and configurations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  OME1: Maintain Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on UoM errors.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify UoM settings if required.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.