How To Fix /SCMB/VMI_APO026 - Unit of measure &2 cannot be converted

/SCMB/VMI_APO026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/VMI_APO -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Unit of measure &2 cannot be converted

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/SCMB/VMI_APO026 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCMB/VMI_APO026 Unit of measure &2 cannot be converted typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with unit of measure (UoM) conversions in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the processing of stock transfers, planning, or when working with vendor-managed inventory (VMI).
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a defined conversion factor between the units of measure involved. For example, if you are trying to convert from "liters" to "gallons" and there is no conversion factor defined in the system, this error will occur.
  
  
  Incorrect UoM Configuration: The units of measure may not be correctly configured in the system. This could include issues with the UoM settings in the material master or the lack of a proper UoM group.
  
  
  Inconsistent UoM Usage: The error