How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD005 - Basis UoM for product &1 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Basis UoM for product &1 not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD005 - Basis UoM for product &1 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD005 indicates that the Basis Unit of Measure (UoM) for a specific product is not maintained in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and delivery processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the product (identified by the material number &1) does not have a Basis Unit of Measure defined in the system. The Basis UoM is essential for various processes, including inventory management, order processing, and delivery, as it serves as the standard unit for measuring quantities of the product.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the Basis Unit of Measure for the affected product. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in the SAP GUI.
  Enter the material number (the one indicated in the error message) and select the appropriate views (usually Basic Data 1 or Sales Org 1).
  
  
  
  Maintain Basis UoM:
  
  In the Basic Data view, ensure that the "Base Unit of Measure" field is filled with the correct unit of measure (e.g., EA for each, KG for kilograms, etc.).
  If the product is managed in multiple units of measure, ensure that the conversion factors are also correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save the changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Check Related Settings:
  
  Ensure that the product is properly set up in the relevant views for EWM, such as the Warehouse Management view, if applicable.
  Verify that the product is active and available for the relevant plant/storage location.
  
  
  
  Test the Process:
  
  After maintaining the Basis UoM, try to execute the process that triggered the error again (e.g., creating a delivery or processing an order) to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): The UoM is a critical aspect of inventory management in SAP. It defines how quantities of products are measured and managed within the system.
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP. It contains various views that define how materials are handled in different processes.
  EWM Configuration: If you are using SAP EWM, ensure that the configuration settings for the warehouse and products are correctly set up to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or EWM support team for further investigation.