How To Fix UPC_FW043 - The referenced units were included

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 043

• Message text: The referenced units were included

What causes this issue?

You have included one (or more) key figures in the planning level and a
further, as yet unselected, characteristic is required as the unit.

System Response

The system has added all required characteristics to your selection.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC_FW043 - The referenced units were included ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW043 ("The referenced units were included") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where unit references are involved, such as in the handling of forecast or planning data.
  Cause:
  This error usually indicates that there is an issue with the way units of measure (UoM) are being referenced in your planning or forecasting data. Specifically, it suggests that the system has detected that the units you are trying to work with are already included in a previous operation or transaction, leading to a conflict or duplication.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The units you are trying to add or modify are already present in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue with how units of measure are set up in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to flag the units as already included.
  Planning Version Conflicts: If you are working with different planning versions, there may be conflicts between them.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPC_FW043 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the entries in the relevant planning or forecasting transaction to ensure that the units you are trying to add are not already included. Remove any duplicates if necessary.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for units of measure is correct. This includes checking the settings in the material master, info records, and any relevant configuration tables.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any issues with the data that may be causing the error. This can often be done through transaction codes like SLG1 for application logs or SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  
  
  Planning Version Review: If you are using multiple planning versions, ensure that you are working in the correct version and that there are no conflicts between versions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), MD61 (Create Forecast), and MD62 (Change Forecast) to navigate through planning data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to UPC_FW043 or similar error messages.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UPC_FW043 error in your SAP system.