How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER186 - Order &1 item &2 schedule line &3: Unit of measure in component missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Order &1 item &2 schedule line &3: Unit of measure in component missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER186 - Order &1 item &2 schedule line &3: Unit of measure in component missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER186 indicates that there is a missing unit of measure (UoM) for a component in a specific order item and schedule line. This error typically occurs in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with order processing and component management in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure for a component in the order is not defined in the system. This can happen if the material master data for the component is incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material or the order type that prevent the system from recognizing the unit of measure.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data between the order and the material master can lead to this error, especially if the material has been recently changed or updated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the component in question and ensure that the unit of measure is defined correctly.
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing) for the unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Update the Order:
  
  If the unit of measure is missing, you may need to update the order or the component details to include the correct unit of measure.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like VA02 (Change Sales Order) or CO02 (Change Production Order) depending on the context of the order.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the order type and the components involved. Ensure that the settings allow for the correct handling of units of measure.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check to ensure that all related data (e.g., BOM, routing) is correctly set up and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling unit of measure issues in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, VA02, CO02, and SPRO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.