How To Fix /SCTM/OCB_UI038 - Shipment &1: Enter quantity and unit for product &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/OCB_UI -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Shipment &1: Enter quantity and unit for product &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_UI038 - Shipment &1: Enter quantity and unit for product &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/OCB_UI038 indicates that there is an issue with the shipment entry in the SAP system, specifically that the quantity and unit of measure for a product in the shipment are not provided. This error typically occurs in the context of the Supply Chain Transportation Management (SCTM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A shipment is being created or modified, and the system requires a quantity and unit of measure for a specific product.
  The fields for quantity and unit of measure are either left blank or incorrectly filled.
  There may be a configuration issue or a missing master data setup for the product in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Shipment Details:
  
  Navigate to the shipment document that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the quantity and unit of measure fields for the specified product are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Enter Missing Information:
  
  If the fields are empty, enter the appropriate quantity and unit of measure for the product.
  Make sure that the unit of measure is valid and corresponds to the product's master data.
  
  
  
  Review Product Master Data:
  
  Check the product master data in the system to ensure that it is correctly set up with valid units of measure and that the product is active.
  If necessary, update the product master data to include the required information.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the SCTM module to ensure that all necessary settings are in place for handling shipments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling shipment entries and related error messages.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing shipments, such as /SCTM/OCB for the Transportation Management module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to edit shipment details, as restrictions may also lead to incomplete entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the required shipment details.