How To Fix /SCWM/L3870 - Unit of measure &1 is not stock-specific

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 is not stock-specific

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3870 - Unit of measure &1 is not stock-specific ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3870 Unit of measure &1 is not stock-specific typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue related to the unit of measure (UoM) being used for stock management. This error indicates that the unit of measure you are trying to use is not defined as stock-specific in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Stock-Specific UoM: The unit of measure you are trying to use for a particular stock item is not set up as stock-specific in the material master or in the relevant configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the material master data or in the warehouse management settings that leads to this error.
  Incorrect UoM Usage: The UoM being used in the transaction does not match the expected stock-specific UoM for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the relevant material and check the units of measure defined there.
  Ensure that the UoM you are trying to use is marked as stock-specific.
  
  
  
  Adjust UoM Settings:
  
  If the UoM is not stock-specific, you may need to adjust the settings in the material master or create a new stock-specific UoM.
  You can do this by navigating to the material master transaction (MM02) and updating the UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Check the configuration in the Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) settings to ensure that the UoM is correctly defined for stock management.
  This may involve reviewing the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) under the relevant EWM or WM sections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing units of measure in EWM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing), or /SCWM/MAT1 (Material Master in EWM) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and warehouse settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in EWM for further assistance.