How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB204 - Item &1: Result unit &2 does not match input unit &3

/SCMB/MC_PB204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Item &1: Result unit &2 does not match input unit &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB204 - Item &1: Result unit &2 does not match input unit &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB204 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is a mismatch between the units of measure for an item in a process, such as during planning or execution of a supply chain operation. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message and how to address it:
  Cause of the Error
  The error message indicates that there is a discrepancy between the result unit and the input unit for a specific item. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The item may have been defined with different units of measure in different contexts (e.g., sales, purchasing, inventory).
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of documents (like purchase orders, sales orders, etc.) can lead to this mismatch.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be consistent, particularly in the units of measure defined