How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG016 - Unit of measure &1 and dimension &2 do not fit together

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 and dimension &2 do not fit together

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG016 - Unit of measure &1 and dimension &2 do not fit together ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG016 indicates that there is a mismatch between the unit of measure (UoM) and the dimension of a particular item in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error typically arises when the system is unable to reconcile the specified unit of measure with the expected dimension for a given product or material.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The unit of measure defined for the material does not correspond to the expected dimension. For example, if a product is defined in kilograms but is being processed in liters, this mismatch will trigger the error.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or product may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of transportation documents or during the assignment of materials can lead to this issue.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly maintained,