How To Fix /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_CHECK009 - &1: Item &2: Points cannot be calculated; unit conversion failed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_CHECK -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: &1: Item &2: Points cannot be calculated; unit conversion failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_CHECK009 - &1: Item &2: Points cannot be calculated; unit conversion failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/EHS_DG_CHECK009 typically relates to issues in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM) when dealing with dangerous goods (DG) handling. The specific error message indicates that the system is unable to calculate points for a particular item due to a failure in unit conversion.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Issues: The error often arises when there is a mismatch or an incorrect configuration of units of measure for the items involved. This can happen if the system cannot convert the units specified for the dangerous goods into the required units for the calculation.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: If the necessary data for the dangerous goods (like weight, volume, or concentration) is missing or incorrectly entered, the system may fail to perform the required calculations.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the dangerous goods management settings in SAP, which can lead to problems in how the system interprets and processes unit conversions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration: Verify that the units of measure for the items are correctly defined in the system. Ensure that the UoM used for the dangerous goods is compatible with the expected UoM for calculations.
  
  
  Review Item Data: Check the item data for the specific item mentioned in the error message. Ensure that all necessary fields related to dangerous goods are filled out correctly, including weight, volume, and any other relevant attributes.
  
  
  Update Dangerous Goods Master Data: If there are any discrepancies in the dangerous goods master data, update it to ensure that all required information is accurate and complete.
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Review the customizing settings for dangerous goods management in SAP. Ensure that the settings for unit conversions and calculations are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling dangerous goods and unit conversions.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that points can be calculated correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on dangerous goods management and unit conversions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in entering and managing dangerous goods data are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP TM and dangerous goods management.