How To Fix /SCMB/DM_BOL700 - Item &1: UoM conversion is not possible; invalid conversion factors

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_BOL -

• Message number: 700

• Message text: Item &1: UoM conversion is not possible; invalid conversion factors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_BOL700 - Item &1: UoM conversion is not possible; invalid conversion factors ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_BOL700 Item &1: UoM conversion is not possible; invalid conversion factors typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with unit of measure (UoM) conversions for a specific item. This error indicates that the system is unable to convert the quantity of an item from one unit of measure to another due to invalid or missing conversion factors.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The item may not have defined conversion factors between the base unit of measure and the target unit of measure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The UoM settings in the material master or the relevant configuration settings may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Inactive UoM: The unit of measure being used may be inactive or not allowed for the specific material.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the item, such as incorrect UoM settings in the material master or related tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the item in question (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Units of Measure" view to ensure that the necessary UoM conversion factors are defined.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure have valid conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Define Conversion Factors:
  
  If conversion factors are missing, you can define them in the material master. This can be done in the "Units of Measure" view by adding the necessary conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the UoM settings are correctly configured and that the relevant units are active.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive UoM:
  
  Verify that the UoM being used is active and allowed for the material. You can check this in the UoM configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on UoM conversions and related settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on UoM conversion errors.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in UoM conversions, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the conversion process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the UoM conversion error in SAP.