How To Fix /SCWM/PIPAPER010 - Unit of measure &1 for product &2 isn't correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PIPAPER -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 for product &2 isn't correct

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PIPAPER010 - Unit of measure &1 for product &2 isn't correct ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PIPAPER010 Unit of measure &1 for product &2 isn't correct typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) assigned to a product. This error can arise during various processes, such as goods receipt, goods issue, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure Configuration: The unit of measure defined for the product in the system may not match the expected unit of measure for the operation being performed.
  Missing UoM Conversion: There may be no conversion defined between the base unit of measure and the unit of measure being used in the transaction.
  Product Master Data Issues: The product master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies in the unit of measure settings.
  Inconsistent UoM in Documents: The unit of measure used in the document (e.g., purchase order, delivery) may not align with the unit of measure defined in the product master.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP EWM and verify the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined and that any alternative units of measure are also set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Conversions:
  
  Check if there are appropriate UoM conversions defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  If necessary, create or adjust the UoM conversion factors to ensure that the system can convert between different units of measure as needed.
  
  
  
  Validate Document UoM:
  
  Review the documents (e.g., purchase orders, delivery notes) to ensure that the unit of measure used matches the unit of measure defined in the product master.
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the document or the product master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on resolving UoM issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check and modify the product master data and UoM settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on managing product master data and unit of measure settings.
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the unit of measure for the specified product in SAP EWM.