How To Fix /SCMTMS/TS_PROF217 - Unit of measure &1 is not valid; choose UoM without dimension

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TS_PROF -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 is not valid; choose UoM without dimension

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF217 - Unit of measure &1 is not valid; choose UoM without dimension ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TS_PROF217 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a specific context within the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). The message states that the unit of measure specified is not valid and suggests choosing a UoM without a dimension.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The UoM you are trying to use may not be defined correctly in the system or may not be compatible with the context in which it is being used.
  Dimension Issues: The UoM may have a dimension (like weight, volume, etc.) that is not applicable for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of certain UoMs in specific scenarios.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Configuration:
  
  Go to the UoM configuration in SAP (Transaction Code: CUNI) and verify that the UoM you are trying to use is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the UoM is set up without a dimension if the context requires it.
  
  
  
  Select a Valid UoM:
  
  When prompted to choose a UoM, select one that does not have a dimension or is valid for the operation you are performing.
  You can check the list of available UoMs in the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (like material master, transportation lanes, etc.) to ensure that the UoM is correctly assigned and compatible with the items or operations involved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to UoM in SAP TM to understand the requirements and restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-specific issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, UoMs are used to quantify items in various contexts (e.g., weight, volume, length). Each UoM can have dimensions, and certain operations may require UoMs without dimensions.
  SAP TM Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in SAP TM can help prevent such errors. Familiarize yourself with the relevant settings in the customizing transactions.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common error messages in SAP TM to improve troubleshooting skills.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your operations in SAP TM.