How To Fix /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES118 - Define Unit of Measure for Max. Axle Weight of Equipment Type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Define Unit of Measure for Max. Axle Weight of Equipment Type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES118 - Define Unit of Measure for Max. Axle Weight of Equipment Type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MD_CHECKTABLES118 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the unit of measure (UoM) for the maximum axle weight 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 maximum axle weight but cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The unit of measure for the maximum axle weight for the specified equipment type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the configuration settings for the equipment type.
  Master Data Issues: The equipment type may not be properly set up in the master data, leading to missing or incorrect UoM settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Equipment Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the equipment type in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the maximum axle weight is defined and that a valid unit of measure is assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Define Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is missing, you need to define it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion).
  Check if the required unit of measure exists. If not, create a new entry for the unit of measure that you want to use for the maximum axle weight.
  
  
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the equipment type is not properly set up, you may need to update the master data for that equipment type.
  Use transaction codes like IE02 (Change Equipment) to modify the equipment type settings and ensure that the maximum axle weight and its unit of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring equipment types and units of measure.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CUNI, IE02, and others related to equipment and UoM management.
  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 or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the unit of measure for the maximum axle weight is correctly defined for the specified equipment type.