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How To Fix V1203 - Item &1 condition &2: Unit of measure &3 not permitted


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

  • Message number: 203

  • Message text: Item &1 condition &2: Unit of measure &3 not permitted

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1203 - Item &1 condition &2: Unit of measure &3 not permitted ?

    The SAP error message V1203 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a specific item and condition in a sales document. This error typically arises when the unit of measure specified for a condition is not allowed or not defined for the item in question.

    Cause:

    1. Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified for the condition is not valid for the item. This can happen if the item is defined with a different UoM in the material master or if the condition type is not set up to accept that UoM.
    2. Condition Record Setup: The condition record for the pricing condition may not have been set up correctly to allow the specified unit of measure.
    3. Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the pricing procedure or condition types that restrict the use of certain units of measure.

    Solution:

    1. Check Material Master: Verify the unit of measure defined in the material master for the item. Ensure that it matches the unit of measure being used in the sales document.

      • Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
    2. Review Condition Records: Check the condition records for the pricing condition to ensure that the unit of measure is allowed. You can do this using:

      • Transaction Code: VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition)
    3. Adjust Pricing Procedure: If necessary, review the pricing procedure configuration to ensure that the condition type is set up to accept the specified unit of measure.

      • Transaction Code: SPRO (Customizing) ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Pricing ? Pricing Control ? Define Condition Types
    4. Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or setup, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.

    5. Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the sales document again to ensure that the error is resolved.

    Related Information:

    • Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, sales unit, etc.) and how they relate to each other in the material master.
    • Pricing Procedure: Familiarize yourself with how pricing procedures work in SAP and how they can be configured to handle different units of measure.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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