How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR626 - Quantity conversion from &1 to &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 626

• Message text: Quantity conversion from &1 to &2 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR626 - Quantity conversion from &1 to &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR626 Quantity conversion from &1 to &2 failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with converting quantities between different units of measure (UoM). This can happen during various processes, such as creating transportation orders, handling freight units, or managing shipments.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The error often arises when the system cannot find a valid conversion factor between the two units of measure specified in the error message (&1 and &2). This can happen if:
  
  The units of measure are not properly defined in the system.
  There is no conversion factor maintained for the specific combination of units.
  The units of measure are not compatible for conversion.
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master or other relevant master data may not have the necessary UoM settings configured correctly.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect quantity entries or mismatched units of measure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) in SAP.
  Verify that the units of measure involved in the error have a valid conversion factor defined.
  If not, create a new conversion entry for the required UoM pair.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the relevant materials involved in the transaction.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and alternative units of measure are correctly defined and that conversion factors are maintained.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Review the input data for the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the quantities and units of measure are entered correctly.
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, try to replicate the issue with different data to identify if it is data-specific.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure conversions and related settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-related issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CUNI - Unit of Measure Conversion
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling UoM conversion errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Transportation Management and unit of measure handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCMTMS/TOR626 error in SAP.