How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER036 - Order &1: Gross weight unit is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Order &1: Gross weight unit is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER036 - Order &1: Gross weight unit is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER036 Order &1: Gross weight unit is missing typically occurs in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with order processing in SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management). This error indicates that the gross weight unit for a specific order is not defined, which is necessary for various logistics and shipping processes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a unit of measure for the gross weight of the order. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The unit of measure for gross weight may not be configured in the material master data.
  Incomplete Data Entry: During the order creation or modification process, the gross weight unit may not have been entered or was inadvertently deleted.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the gross weight unit may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the relevant material (transaction code MM03).
  Verify that the gross weight and the unit of measure for gross weight are correctly maintained in the Basic Data view.
  
  
  
  Update Order Data:
  
  If the order is already created, you may need to update the order with the correct gross weight unit.
  Use transaction code /SCMB/ORDER to access the order and check the details.
  
  
  
  Define Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure for gross weight is missing, you can define it in the configuration settings.
  Go to the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for defining units of measure.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the customizing settings for the relevant logistics area are correctly set up to include gross weight units.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on handling unit of measure issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  /SCMB/ORDER - Access SCM Orders
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how units of measure are configured in SAP, as this is crucial for resolving similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.