How To Fix SGT_MAIN009 - Volume units is mandatory

SGT_MAIN009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Volume units is mandatory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN009 - Volume units is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN009: Volume units is mandatory typically occurs in the context of handling materials or products that require volume measurement in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Global Trade Services (GTS) or materials management.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that a volume unit of measure (UoM) has not been specified for a material or product that requires it. This is often necessary for compliance with trade regulations, shipping, or inventory management. The absence of a volume unit can prevent the processing of transactions related to the material, such as creating purchase orders, sales orders, or shipping documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the relevant material or product has a volume unit of measure defined. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM02).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  Navigate to the relevant views (usually Basic