How To Fix /SCMB/DM_DLV012 - Gross weight calculation: UoM is missing from ASN &1 item &2 or from HU

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_DLV -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Gross weight calculation: UoM is missing from ASN &1 item &2 or from HU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV012 - Gross weight calculation: UoM is missing from ASN &1 item &2 or from HU ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV012 indicates that there is an issue with the gross weight calculation for a delivery item in the Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) process. Specifically, it suggests that the Unit of Measure (UoM) is missing for either the ASN item or the Handling Unit (HU).
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM in ASN Item: The ASN item may not have a defined Unit of Measure, which is necessary for calculating the gross weight.
  Missing UoM in Handling Unit: The Handling Unit associated with the ASN item may also lack a defined Unit of Measure.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the UoM from being correctly assigned or recognized.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry during the creation of the ASN or Handling Unit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ASN Item:
  
  Navigate to the ASN document in SAP and verify that the UoM is correctly defined for the item in question.
  If the UoM is missing, you will need to enter the correct UoM for the ASN item.
  
  
  
  Check Handling Unit:
  
  Review the Handling Unit associated with the ASN item to ensure that it has a defined UoM.
  If the UoM is missing, update the Handling Unit with the appropriate UoM.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data for the items involved is correctly maintained, including the UoM settings.
  Check if the UoM is defined in the material master for the relevant plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the Advanced Shipping Notification and Handling Units.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks during data entry to ensure that UoM fields are not left blank when creating ASNs or Handling Units.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VL31N (Create ASN) or HU02 (Change Handling Unit) to access and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on handling ASNs and Handling Units.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the gross weight calculation can be performed correctly.