How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY296 - Valuation UoM of subitem cannot be converted to that of main item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 296

• Message text: Valuation UoM of subitem cannot be converted to that of main item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY296 - Valuation UoM of subitem cannot be converted to that of main item ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY296 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation unit of measure (UoM) for a subitem in a delivery not being compatible with that of the main item. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics when dealing with deliveries that contain multiple items or subitems.
  Cause:
  
  UoM Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the valuation UoM of the subitem does not match the valuation UoM of the main item. Each item in SAP can have different units of measure for various purposes, and if they are not compatible, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data or in the settings for the specific delivery type that are causing the UoM mismatch.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the delivery or during the material master setup can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for both the main item and the subitem. Ensure that the valuation UoM for both items is set correctly and is compatible.
  
  Go to transaction MM03 to view the material master data.
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Sales Org. Data" views for UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust UoM Settings: If the UoM settings are incorrect, you may need to adjust them. This can involve changing the UoM in the material master or ensuring that the conversion factors between UoMs are correctly defined.
  
  
  Review Delivery Document: Check the delivery document to ensure that the items are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies in the UoM used for the subitems.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to UoM conversions and ensure that they are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again when creating or processing deliveries.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to warehouse management and UoM handling to better understand how to manage UoM settings.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.