How To Fix UPP_ALV012 - No unit is maintained for this cell (row &1, column &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_ALV - Message Class for the ALV Grid Link

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No unit is maintained for this cell (row &1, column &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_ALV012 - No unit is maintained for this cell (row &1, column &2) ?

  The SAP error message UPP_ALV012 ("No unit is maintained for this cell (row &1, column &2)") typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grids, particularly when dealing with planning or reporting scenarios where units of measure are expected.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that a specific cell in the ALV grid does not have a unit of measure defined for the data being displayed. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The data in the specified cell is expected to have a unit of measure, but it has not been defined in the underlying data model or configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry or data import, leading to missing unit information.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the relevant application or module may not have been set up correctly to include units of measure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Source: Verify the data source for the ALV grid. Ensure that the relevant fields have the unit of measure defined in the database or data model.
  
  
  Maintain Unit of Measure:
  
  If you have access to the relevant configuration or master data, ensure that the unit of measure is maintained for the affected rows and columns.
  You may need to go to the relevant transaction (e.g., material master, info records) to maintain the unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the relevant SAP module (e.g., MM, SD, PP) to ensure that units of measure are properly defined and linked to the relevant data.
  
  
  Data Validation: If the data is being imported or uploaded, validate the data to ensure that all required fields, including units of measure, are populated correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining units of measure in the context of the application you are using.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in maintaining master data or configuration settings (e.g., MM01 for material master).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the data or configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the UPP_ALV012 error message in your SAP environment.