How To Fix VHU01039 - Unit of measure &2 is not allowed for component &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHU01 - Message ID for Master Data Maintenance Packing Objects

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Unit of measure &2 is not allowed for component &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHU01039 - Unit of measure &2 is not allowed for component &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VHU01039 Unit of measure &2 is not allowed for component &1
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use a unit of measure (UoM) for a component in a production order, process order, or a related transaction, but the unit of measure is not valid or allowed for that particular component material.
  In other words, the system checks the unit of measure assigned to the component and finds that it does not match the allowed units of measure defined for that material master or in the bill of materials (BOM).
  
  Common Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure in BOM:
  
  The unit of measure used for the component in the order or during goods issue is different from the one maintained in the BOM or material master.
  
  
  Material Master Settings:
  
  The unit of measure entered is not maintained or allowed in the material master data for the component.
  
  
  Conversion Issues:
  
  If the unit of measure is a secondary UoM or alternative UoM, the system might not have the correct conversion factors or the UoM is not flagged as allowed for the component.
  
  
  Data Entry Error:
  
  Manual entry of an incorrect or unsupported unit of measure during order processing or goods movement.
  
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the BOM for the Component:  
  
  Go to transaction CS03 (Display BOM) and check the unit of measure for the component.  
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use matches the one in the BOM.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:  
  
  Use transaction MM03 to display the material master for the component.  
  Verify the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure maintained under the Additional Data or Units of Measure tab.  
  Make sure the unit of measure you want to use is allowed.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Unit of Measure:  
  
  If the unit of measure is incorrect in the order or goods movement, correct it to the allowed unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Maintain Conversion Factors (if needed):  
  
  If you need to use an alternative unit of measure, ensure that the conversion factors between the base unit and the alternative unit are maintained correctly in the material master.
  
  
  
  Update BOM if necessary:  
  
  If the unit of measure in the BOM is incorrect or outdated, update it using CS02 (Change BOM).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:  
  
  In some cases, the allowed units of measure for components might be restricted by configuration or user exits. Review any custom validations or enhancements.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common during production order creation, goods issue posting, or component reservation when the system validates the unit of measure against the BOM and material master.
  Always ensure consistency between BOM, material master, and transaction data.
  If you are using variant configuration or special procurement types, check if there are any additional restrictions on units of measure.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  VHU01039 Unit of measure &2 is not allowed for component &1
  
  
  Cause
  Unit of measure used is not valid for the component material
  
  
  Solution
  Check and correct UoM in BOM and material master; maintain conversion factors if needed
  
  
  Transactions to Use
  CS03, CS02, MM03, CO01 (production order), MIGO (goods movement)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps or screenshots, feel free to ask!