How To Fix SD_CUST_MAT_MNT_MSG013 - Unit of measure &1 is not defined for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 is not defined for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CUST_MAT_MNT_MSG013 - Unit of measure &1 is not defined for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message SD_CUST_MAT_MNT_MSG013 indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) specified for a material is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when trying to process sales orders, deliveries, or other transactions involving materials.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure (e.g., EA for each, KG for kilograms) is not defined for the material in the material master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure might not be correctly configured in the material master or the relevant settings in the SAP system.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not have been set up correctly, or the UoM may have been deleted or not maintained properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Sales Org. Data" views to see if the unit of measure is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is missing, you can add it by going to transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Navigate to the "Sales Org. Data" view and ensure that the correct unit of measure is assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Maintain UoM in Customizing:
  
  If the unit of measure is not available in the system, you may need to define it in the customizing settings.
  Go to transaction code SPRO and navigate to:
  
  Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Units of Measure > Define Units of Measure.
  
  
  Here, you can create or modify units of measure as needed.
  
  
  
  Check UoM Conversion:
  
  If you are using multiple units of measure, ensure that the conversion factors are correctly defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, sales unit, etc.) and how they relate to each other.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the various views in the material master that may affect the unit of measure.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and unit of measure settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined for the material in question.