How To Fix /SCMB/DM_BOL701 - Item &1: Unit of measure conversion from &2 to &3 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_BOL -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Item &1: Unit of measure conversion from &2 to &3 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_BOL701 - Item &1: Unit of measure conversion from &2 to &3 failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_BOL701 Item &1: Unit of measure conversion from &2 to &3 failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with converting units of measure (UoM) for a specific item in a business operation, such as during the processing of a delivery or a stock transfer.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The most common cause of this error is that there are no defined conversion factors between the two units of measure involved (from &2 to &3).
  Incorrect UoM Configuration: The units of measure may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to conversion failures.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the material, such as incorrect UoM settings in the material master.
  Unit of Measure Group Issues: The UoM group assigned to the material may not include the required units for conversion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) to check if the conversion factors between the specified units of measure are defined.
  If not, you will need to create the necessary conversion entries.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and check the UoM settings.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify UoM Group:
  
  Check the UoM group assigned to the material to ensure it includes both the source and target units of measure.
  If necessary, modify the UoM group to include the required units.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as incorrect settings in the plant or storage location data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on UoM conversions and related settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Unit of Measure Conversion maintenance.
  MM03: Display Material Master.
  MM02: Change Material Master (if changes are needed).
  
  
  
  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 the conversion process, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect UoM handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.