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Message type: E = Error
Message class: UCM1 - Messages for Explicit Values Maintenance
Message number: 011
Message text: Specify a unit of measure
You are maintaining the explicit values for a key figure with unit of
measure. However, you have not specified this unit of measure.
The explicit values are incorrect.
Specify the unit of measure of the explicit values.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UCM1011
- Specify a unit of measure ?The SAP error message UCM1011, which states "Specify a unit of measure," typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or inventory record) without specifying a required unit of measure (UoM) for a material or product. This error is common in scenarios where the system expects a unit of measure to be defined for the quantity being processed.
Cause:
- Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause is that the unit of measure field is left blank when it is required.
- Incorrect Configuration: The material master may not have a defined base unit of measure or alternative units of measure.
- Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip the unit of measure field during data entry.
- Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the unit of measure correctly.
Solution:
Check the Material Master:
- Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and ensure that the unit of measure is defined correctly. Check both the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure.
Specify the Unit of Measure:
- When creating or modifying the document, ensure that you fill in the unit of measure field. This is often a dropdown list where you can select the appropriate unit.
Review Configuration:
- If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the units of measure are set up correctly for the relevant materials and transactions.
User Training:
- Provide training to users on the importance of specifying the unit of measure and how to do it correctly in the system.
Debugging Custom Code:
- If the error is occurring in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the unit of measure field.
Related Information:
By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the UCM1011 error and ensure that the unit of measure is specified correctly in your SAP transactions.
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