How To Fix /SCWM/L3881 - Change of alternative UoM not allowed for this product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 881

• Message text: Change of alternative UoM not allowed for this product

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3881 - Change of alternative UoM not allowed for this product ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3881 Change of alternative UoM not allowed for this product typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to change the alternative unit of measure (UoM) for a product that is not permitted due to certain restrictions or settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The product may have been configured in such a way that changes to the alternative UoM are restricted. This could be due to settings in the material master or specific warehouse management settings.
  Active Stock: If there is stock already present in the warehouse for that product, changing the alternative UoM may not be allowed to maintain data integrity.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being performed may not support changes to the alternative UoM.
  Product Status: The product may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being blocked or in a specific phase of