How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY071 - Unit of measure entered &1 differs from unit &2 &3 in warehouse request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Unit of measure entered &1 differs from unit &2 &3 in warehouse request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY071 - Unit of measure entered &1 differs from unit &2 &3 in warehouse request ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY071 indicates a mismatch between the unit of measure (UoM) entered for a specific item in a warehouse request and the expected unit of measure defined in the system for that item. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with deliveries, picking, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The UoM you are trying to use for the item does not match the UoM defined in the material master or the warehouse request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data or the warehouse management settings that lead to this discrepancy.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered the UoM incorrectly while creating or processing the warehouse request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the item in question and verify the UoM settings. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Request:
  
  Check the warehouse request to see what UoM was entered. Ensure that it matches the UoM defined in the material master.
  If necessary, correct the UoM in the warehouse request.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the UoM settings are incorrect, you may need to adjust the configuration in the system. This could involve changing the UoM settings in the material master or adjusting the warehouse management configuration.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering UoM in warehouse requests to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling UoM issues in warehouse management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  LT03: Create Transfer Order
  LT12: Confirm Transfer Order
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to UoM in warehouse management.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the warehouse processes function as expected.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/DELIVERY071 and ensure that the UoM used in warehouse requests aligns with the system's expectations.