How To Fix SE140 - Service &: please specify unit of measure

SE140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Service &: please specify unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE140 - Service &: please specify unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message SE140, which states "Service &: please specify unit of measure," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a service-related document (like a service order, service entry sheet, or service contract) and the system requires a unit of measure (UoM) to be specified for the service being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure for the service item has not been specified. This can happen if the service master data does not have a default UoM defined or if the user did not enter it during the transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the service master or material master that are not set up correctly, leading to the requirement for a UoM not being fulfilled.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may overlook entering the UoM when creating or modifying service-related documents.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Unit of Measure: