How To Fix /SCTM/BO051 - Error when converting weight from &1 to &2

/SCTM/BO051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/BO -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Error when converting weight from &1 to &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BO051 - Error when converting weight from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/BO051 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with converting weight units. This error indicates that there is a problem with the conversion of weight from one unit to another, specifically from the unit represented by &1 to the unit represented by &2.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The error may arise due to incorrect or missing configuration for the units of measure in the system. If the system does not recognize the conversion between the specified units, it will trigger this error.
  
  
  Data Entry Issues: There may be incorrect data entries in the relevant documents (e.g., shipment, delivery) where the weight is specified in incompatible units.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that handle weight conversions, they may not be functioning correctly.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master