How To Fix UA_FORMULA023 - Not possible to compare quantities because reference quantity = 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UA_FORMULA - Formula Editor Messages

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Not possible to compare quantities because reference quantity = 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UA_FORMULA023 - Not possible to compare quantities because reference quantity = 0 ?

  The SAP error message UA_FORMULA023 indicates that there is an issue with comparing quantities in a calculation or formula, specifically because the reference quantity is zero. This error typically arises in the context of unit of measure conversions or when performing calculations that involve quantities in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is attempting to perform a comparison or calculation that involves a reference quantity, but that reference quantity is set to zero. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The reference quantity may not have been properly defined or may be missing in the relevant master data or transaction.
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: There may be an issue with the unit of measure conversion, leading to a situation where the reference quantity is calculated as zero.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the relevant module (like Material Management, Production Planning, etc.)