How To Fix UAS108 - Field '&1' has different visibility from related unit field '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UAS -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Field '&1' has different visibility from related unit field '&2'

What causes this issue?

When an attribute group is assigned to an object type, the units or
compound characteristics that belong to the fields of the attribute
group must have the same visibility as the field.

System Response

The structures cannot be saved or generated before this inconsistency
has been resolved.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that all fields have the same setting in the 'Transient'
column. Adjust the field catalogs of the attribute groups appropriately
for this.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UAS108 - Field '&1' has different visibility from related unit field '&2' ?

  The SAP error message UAS108 indicates that there is a visibility mismatch between two fields in the context of unit of measure (UoM) settings. This typically occurs in the context of unit of measure conversions or when defining units in the system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the visibility settings of two related fields do not match. For example, if you have a field that is supposed to be visible in a certain context (like a specific transaction or report) and it is set to be invisible in another related context, SAP will throw this error. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the unit of measure configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: Mismatched visibility settings in the master data or configuration tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate visibility settings, they may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UAS108 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings for units of measure in SAP (Transaction code: OMT3).
  Ensure that the visibility settings for the fields in question are consistent and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the units involved. Ensure that the visibility settings for the fields are aligned.
  You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or similar to check the unit of measure settings for specific materials.
  
  
  
  Adjust Visibility Settings:
  
  If you find discrepancies, adjust the visibility settings in the configuration or master data to ensure they match.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to unit of measure settings for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the related functionality works as expected.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMT3 (Maintain Units of Measure) and MM03 (Display Material) for checking configurations and master data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to UAS108 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on unit of measure configuration and visibility settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UAS108 error in your SAP system.