Message type: E = Error
Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition
Message number: 284
Message text: Unit of measure for work must be a unit of time
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SE284
- Unit of measure for work must be a unit of time ?The SAP error message SE284, which states "Unit of measure for work must be a unit of time," typically occurs in the context of work-related transactions or configurations in SAP, particularly when dealing with work orders, maintenance plans, or project management.
Cause: This error arises when the system expects a unit of measure (UoM) for work that is specifically a time-based unit (such as hours, days, etc.), but the provided UoM is either incorrect or not recognized as a valid time unit. Common causes include: Incorrect UoM Assignment: The unit of measure assigned to a work operation or task is not a time-based unit.
Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly to recognize the appropriate UoM for work. Data Entry Errors: Users may have mistakenly entered a non-time unit (like quantity or weight) instead of a time unit.
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