How To Fix SD_CUST_MAT_MNT_MSG009 - Quantity allows a maximum of &1 significant decimal places for unit &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CUST_MAT_MNT_MSG - Customer Materials Migration Object API Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Quantity allows a maximum of &1 significant decimal places for unit &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CUST_MAT_MNT_MSG009 - Quantity allows a maximum of &1 significant decimal places for unit &2 ?

  The SAP error message SD_CUST_MAT_MNT_MSG009 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity of a material in a sales document, specifically related to the number of significant decimal places allowed for a particular unit of measure. The message typically states that the quantity entered exceeds the maximum number of decimal places defined for that unit of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Places Configuration: Each unit of measure in SAP can be configured to allow a specific number of decimal places. If the quantity entered in a sales order or delivery exceeds this limit, the system will trigger this error message.
  Unit of Measure Settings: The unit of measure (UoM) used for the material may have been set up with a lower number of decimal places than what is being entered in the transaction.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a quantity with too many decimal places.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) or OMN3 (Define Units of Measure) in SAP.
  Look for the specific unit of measure (UoM) that is causing the issue and check the configuration for the maximum number of decimal places allowed.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow for more decimal places, but be cautious as this may have implications for other transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantity:
  
  Review the quantity entered in the sales document and ensure it adheres to the allowed number of decimal places for the specified unit of measure.
  Modify the quantity to fit within the allowed limits.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the specific material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the unit of measure settings are correct and consistent with the sales order requirements.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training to users on the importance of entering quantities that comply with the defined unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Unit of Measure Conversion
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OMN3: Define Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding unit of measure settings and sales order processing for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that quantities entered in sales documents comply with the defined unit of measure settings.