How To Fix /SCMB/DM_DLV166 - ASN &1: volume unit of measure is missing or invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_DLV -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: ASN &1: volume unit of measure is missing or invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV166 - ASN &1: volume unit of measure is missing or invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV166 ASN &1: volume unit of measure is missing or invalid typically occurs in the context of Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) processing within the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid volume unit of measure for the specified item or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Volume Unit of Measure: The item in question does not have a volume unit of measure defined in the material master data.
  Invalid Volume Unit of Measure: The volume unit of measure defined may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to units of measure in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the ASN and the material master or other related documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the item in question and verify that a valid volume unit of measure is defined.
  Ensure that the volume unit of measure is correctly maintained in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, and Distribution).
  
  
  
  Validate Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system. Ensure that the volume unit of measure is defined in the system and is active.
  Use transaction code OMN3 to check the unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Review ASN Data:
  
  Inspect the ASN data being processed to ensure that it includes the correct volume unit of measure for the items being shipped.
  If the ASN is generated from another system or process, ensure that the data is being transferred correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check between the ASN and the material master data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 to view material details and VL03N to view delivery details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling ASN-related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material
  VL03N - Display Outbound Delivery
  OMN3 - Maintain Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in ASN processing, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect how volume units are handled.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ASN volume unit of measure error in SAP.