How To Fix /SPE/RET130 - Base unit of measure of request (&1) and approval (&2) do no match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/RET -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Base unit of measure of request (&1) and approval (&2) do no match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/RET130 - Base unit of measure of request (&1) and approval (&2) do no match ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/RET130 indicates that there is a mismatch between the base unit of measure for a request and the approval in the context of SAP's Supplier Evaluation or similar processes. This error typically arises in scenarios where materials or products are being evaluated or processed, and the units of measure do not align.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the base unit of measure defined for the request (e.g., a purchase order or a material request) does not match the base unit of measure defined for the approval (e.g., a supplier's offer or a contract).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data or in the settings for the specific transaction.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to discrepancies in the units of measure.
  Different Material Types: If the request and approval pertain to different material types or categories, they may have different base units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Base Units of Measure: Verify the base unit of measure for both the request and the approval. You can do this by checking the material master data in transaction MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Update the Request or Approval: If there is a mismatch, you may need to update either the request or the approval to ensure that both use the same base unit of measure.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the material management module to ensure that the units of measure are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling unit of measure issues in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master contains all the information related to a material, including its base unit of measure.
  Unit of Measure Settings: In SAP, units of measure can be defined at various levels, including the material master, purchasing info records, and vendor master data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, MM02, ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order) for managing materials and purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SPE/RET130 error in SAP.