How To Fix /SCWM/UI_POST051 - Posting change quantity and unit of measure entered will not be copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_POST -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Posting change quantity and unit of measure entered will not be copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST051 - Posting change quantity and unit of measure entered will not be copied ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST051 typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with posting a change in quantity and unit of measure (UoM) for a particular item. This error indicates that the system is unable to copy the entered values for quantity and UoM due to certain constraints or conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible UoM: The unit of measure entered may not be compatible with the stock type or the material master settings.
  Quantity Constraints: The quantity entered may not be valid based on the current stock levels or the defined rules for the material.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in EWM that restrict the posting of changes in quantity or UoM.
  Document Status: The document or transaction you are trying to post may be in a status that does not allow changes.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related