How To Fix /SCMB/SCR_BIF012 - In document (ID=&1), the units in item &2 do not match &3<>&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SCR_BIF -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: In document (ID=&1), the units in item &2 do not match &3<>&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF012 - In document (ID=&1), the units in item &2 do not match &3<>&4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF012 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is a mismatch in the units of measure for items in a document. This error indicates that the units of measure for a specific item do not match the expected units defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The unit of measure (UoM) for an item in a document (like a sales order, purchase order, or delivery) does not match the unit of measure defined in the master data (like material master or product master).
  There may be a conversion issue where the system expects a certain UoM but receives a different one.
  The item might have been defined with a different UoM in the configuration or master data settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Document: Review the document (ID=&1) and identify the item (item &2) that is causing the issue. Look at the UoM specified for that item.
  
  
  Verify Master Data: Check the material master or product master data for the item in question. Ensure that the UoM defined there matches the UoM used in the document.
  
  
  Adjust UoM: If there is a mismatch, you may need to:
  
  Change the UoM in the document to match the UoM in the master data.
  Update the master data to reflect the correct UoM if the document's UoM is the intended one.
  
  
  
  Check Conversion Factors: If the UoMs are supposed to be convertible (e.g., pieces to boxes), ensure that the conversion factors are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for units of measure are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the document processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master Display) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check the relevant data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on units of measure and their configuration.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCMB/SCR_BIF012 error in your SAP system.