How To Fix SEPM_BO_COMMON312 - Purchase order schedule line has a different quantity unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_BO_COMMON - EPM: Common Messages for EPM Business Objects

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Purchase order schedule line has a different quantity unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPM_BO_COMMON312 - Purchase order schedule line has a different quantity unit ?

  The SAP error message SEPM_BO_COMMON312 indicates that there is a mismatch in the quantity unit for a purchase order schedule line. This typically occurs when the unit of measure (UoM) specified in the purchase order does not match the unit of measure expected by the system or the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Units of Measure: The purchase order schedule line may have a different unit of measure than what is defined in the material master or what is expected in the purchasing document.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the purchasing info record may not align with the expected units of measure.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a manual entry error when creating or modifying the purchase order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the unit of measure defined in the material master for the relevant material. Ensure that it matches the unit of measure used in the purchase order.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order: Check the purchase order details to ensure that the quantity unit is correct and consistent with the material master.
  
  Transaction Code: ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  
  
  
  Update Purchase Order: If there is a discrepancy, you may need to update the purchase order to reflect the correct unit of measure.
  
  Transaction Code: ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Info Record: If applicable, review the purchasing info record for the vendor and material combination to ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined.
  
  Transaction Code: ME13 (Display Info Record)
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for units of measure in the system are correctly configured.
  
  
  Recreate the Purchase Order: In some cases, if the purchase order is significantly incorrect, it may be easier to cancel the existing order and create a new one with the correct details.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, the unit of measure is a critical field that defines how quantities are managed. It can be defined at various levels, including material master, purchasing info records, and purchase orders.
  Material Master Data: This is a central repository of information related to materials, including descriptions, units of measure, and purchasing data.
  Purchasing Info Record: This contains information about the relationship between a vendor and a material, including pricing and units of measure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SEPM_BO_COMMON312 error and ensure that your purchase order is correctly configured.