How To Fix /SCMUI/UIAPOMD637 - Unit of measure for shipping not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMUI/UIAPOMD -

• Message number: 637

• Message text: Unit of measure for shipping not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMUI/UIAPOMD637 - Unit of measure for shipping not specified ?

  The SAP error message /SCMUI/UIAPOMD637 Unit of measure for shipping not specified typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when a unit of measure (UoM) for shipping is not defined for a particular product or material in the system. This can prevent the system from processing shipping-related transactions, such as creating delivery documents or shipping orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UoM Configuration: The unit of measure for shipping has not been defined in the material master data for the specific product.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master may not have the necessary shipping data filled out, or the UoM may not be correctly assigned.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between different modules (e.g., logistics and sales) that require a unit of measure for shipping.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Sales Organization Data" and "Plant Data" views to ensure that the unit of measure for shipping is specified.
  If it is missing, you can add the appropriate unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Define UoM in the Material Master:
  
  If the UoM is not defined, you can use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and specify the shipping unit of measure.
  Ensure that the UoM is consistent with the UoM used in other related documents (like sales orders, purchase orders, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check UoM Conversion:
  
  If you are using multiple units of measure, ensure that the conversion factors are correctly defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Shipping Settings:
  
  Check the shipping settings in the relevant configuration (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the system is set up to handle the specified UoM for shipping.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring units of measure in SCM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration) settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the unit of measure for shipping is properly specified in your SAP system.