How To Fix UPO_IE_MSG072 - Cannot create; Platform was created in UOM

UPO_IE_MSG072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPO_IE_MSG - UOM and PRA Integration Messages

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Cannot create; Platform was created in UOM

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UPO_IE_MSG072 - Details

• The SAP error message UPO_IE_MSG072 with the description "Cannot create; Platform was created in UOM" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or other modules where unit of measure (UOM) is relevant. This error indicates that there is an issue related to the unit of measure when trying to create a platform or an object in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure (UOM) Mismatch: The platform you are trying to create may have a unit of measure that is not compatible with the expected UOM for the operation you are performing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the UOM settings for the platform.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being used to create the platform may have inconsistencies or errors related to UOM.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check UOM Settings: Verify the unit of measure settings for the platform you are trying to create. Ensure that the