How To Fix /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES103 - Define Unit of Measure for Empty Volume of Equipment Type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Define Unit of Measure for Empty Volume of Equipment Type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES103 - Define Unit of Measure for Empty Volume of Equipment Type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES103 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the unit of measure (UoM) for the empty volume of a specific equipment type in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error typically arises when the system expects a defined unit of measure for the empty volume of a particular equipment type, but it is not found in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The unit of measure for the empty volume of the specified equipment type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Equipment Type: The equipment type referenced in the error message may not have been properly set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the equipment type or its associated units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Unit of Measure:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining units of measure for equipment types. This is typically found under:
  Logistics Execution -> Shipping -> Basic Shipping Functions -> Define Units of Measure for Equipment
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure for the empty volume of the equipment type specified in the error message is defined.
  
  
  
  Check Equipment Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code IE02 to display the equipment type in question.
  Verify that all necessary fields, including the empty volume and its unit of measure, are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the equipment type to ensure that it is consistent and complete.
  If necessary, update the master data to include the missing unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, IE02 for equipment type maintenance, and SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring units of measure and equipment types.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By ensuring that the unit of measure for the empty volume is properly defined and that the equipment type is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES103.