How To Fix /SCWM/PS_WM008 - UoM check failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_WM -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: UoM check failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_WM008 - UoM check failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_WM008 UoM check failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the Unit of Measure (UoM) during a process such as goods receipt, goods issue, or inventory management. This error indicates that the system has detected a mismatch or inconsistency in the UoM being used for a particular transaction.
  Causes:
  
  UoM Mismatch: The UoM specified in the transaction does not match the UoM defined in the material master or the UoM expected for the specific operation.
  Conversion Issues: There may be issues with the conversion factors between different UoMs. For example, if a material is defined in base units but the transaction is trying to process it in a different unit without a proper conversion.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the material master or warehouse settings related to UoM can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in