How To Fix /SMB/CM_CONVERSION083 - Unit &1 was not found in system. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CM_CONVERSION -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Unit &1 was not found in system. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONVERSION083 - Unit &1 was not found in system. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONVERSION083 indicates that a specific unit of measure (UoM) was not found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of data conversion or when processing transactions that involve units of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure (denoted by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The unit of measure may not have been properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction or data being processed that references a non-existent unit of measure.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may be referencing a unit of measure that is not defined in the standard SAP tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure) in SAP.
  Verify if the unit of measure specified in the error message exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is indeed missing, you can create it in the CUNI transaction.
  Ensure that you provide all necessary details, such as the unit's description, conversion factors, and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Check the transaction or data entry that triggered the error. Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly entered and matches the existing units in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If the error is occurring in a custom program, review the code to ensure it is referencing the correct units of measure. You may need to adjust the logic to handle cases where a unit may not exist.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to ensure compliance with expected configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Tables: The relevant tables for units of measure in SAP include:
  
  T006: Units of Measure
  T006A: Units of Measure (Language-Dependent)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  MM02: Change Material Master (to check if the material is using the correct unit of measure)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.