How To Fix /SCWM/LT120 - Deletion of UOM for distance and time not possible

/SCWM/LT120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Deletion of UOM for distance and time not possible

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/SCWM/LT120 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCWM/LT120: Deletion of UOM for distance and time not possible typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to delete a Unit of Measure (UOM) that is associated with distance or time. This is a system restriction because certain UOMs are critical for operational processes and cannot be deleted.
  
  Cause:
  
  UOM Usage: The UOM you are trying to delete is being used in various transactions or master data related to distance or time measurements. For example, UOMs like kilometers, miles, hours, etc., are often tied to logistics processes and cannot be removed.
  System Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent the deletion of UOMs that are essential for calculations and processes, ensuring data integrity and operational continuity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete a UOM, check if it is being used in any active transactions, master data, or configuration settings. You can