How To Fix /SCWM/L3070 - Unit of measure &1 is not a valuation unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 is not a valuation unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3070 - Unit of measure &1 is not a valuation unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3070 Unit of measure &1 is not a valuation unit of measure typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a transaction or process. This error indicates that the specified unit of measure is not recognized as a valid valuation unit of measure in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified in the transaction does not match any of the units defined as valuation units in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for units of measure in the system may not be set up correctly, or the unit of measure may not be assigned to the relevant material or product.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have the correct unit of measure settings, or the unit of measure may not be maintained properly in the material master.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise in specific transactions where a valuation unit of measure is required, but the system is unable to find a match.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify that the unit of measure in question is defined as a valuation unit of measure.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly assigned to the relevant material or product.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Access the material master data (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the valuation unit of measure is correctly maintained in the material master.
  
  
  
  Update Transaction Data:
  
  If you are entering data manually, double-check the unit of measure you are using in the transaction. Make sure it is a valid valuation unit of measure.
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, try using a different unit of measure that is known to be valid.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to units of measure in EWM to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, units of measure are used to define how quantities of materials are measured (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Valuation Unit of Measure: This is a specific type of unit of measure that is used for financial valuation purposes in inventory management.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, including details about units of measure, valuation, and other attributes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.