How To Fix SEPM_BOR_MESSAGES017 - Consumer problem: Conversion factor data does not exists for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_BOR_MESSAGES - EPM: Messages for BOR objects, e.g. Product ( SEPM0002 )

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Consumer problem: Conversion factor data does not exists for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPM_BOR_MESSAGES017 - Consumer problem: Conversion factor data does not exists for &1 ?

  The SAP error message SEPM_BOR_MESSAGES017, which states "Consumer problem: Conversion factor data does not exist for &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Object Repository (BOR) or when dealing with conversion factors in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary conversion factor data for a specific object or material.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factor Data: The primary cause of this error is that the conversion factor data for the specified object (indicated by &1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The object not being properly defined in the system.
  The conversion factors not being maintained for the relevant units of measure.
  Data inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to units of measure or conversion factors in the system.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it is possible that the conversion factors were not transferred correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Conversion Factor Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CUNI for unit of measure maintenance) and check if the conversion factors for the specified object exist.
  Ensure that the object has the necessary entries in the relevant tables (e.g., T006 for units of measure).
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Data:
  
  If the conversion factor data is missing, you will need to create or maintain the necessary entries. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes or customizing settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to units of measure and conversion factors. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the data that may be causing the issue. This can help in identifying missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining conversion factors and units of measure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the underlying data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.