How To Fix /SCWM/PWR404 - Operational unit of measurement &1 in PS not valid for product &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PWR -

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Operational unit of measurement &1 in PS not valid for product &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PWR404 - Operational unit of measurement &1 in PS not valid for product &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PWR404 Operational unit of measurement &1 in PS not valid for product &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is a mismatch or an invalid configuration related to the unit of measurement (UoM) for a specific product in the Product Master data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measurement: The operational unit of measurement specified in the system is not valid for the product in question. This could be due to incorrect settings in the product master data or the unit of measurement not being defined properly.
  Product Master Data Issues: The product may not have the necessary UoM defined in the Product Master (transaction code MM02 for material master).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the handling of units of measurement, especially if the product is being used in a specific process or scenario that requires a certain UoM.
  Integration Issues: If the product is being integrated with other modules (like Production Planning or Sales and Distribution), there may be discrepancies in how the UoM is defined across these modules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the Product Master data (transaction code MM02 or MM03) and verify that the operational unit of measurement is correctly defined for the product.
  Ensure that the UoM is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for units of measurement in the system. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the UoM is defined in the relevant settings and is linked correctly to the product.
  
  
  
  Update UoM in Process Settings:
  
  If the product is being used in specific processes (like production or sales), ensure that the UoM is correctly set in those process settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Integration Issues:
  
  If the product is integrated with other modules, ensure that the UoM is consistent across all relevant modules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any additional insights or specific steps that may be required based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 / MM03 for Material Master
  SPRO for Customizing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the product master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.