How To Fix VJ315 - The base unit of measure for EAN &1 (&2) is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VJ - Nachrichten für ALE/IDOC aus SD-Bereich

• Message number: 315

• Message text: The base unit of measure for EAN &1 (&2) is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VJ315 - The base unit of measure for EAN &1 (&2) is missing ?

  The SAP error message VJ315 indicates that the base unit of measure for a specific EAN (European Article Number) is missing in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to process a product that has an EAN associated with it, but the system cannot find the corresponding base unit of measure for that EAN.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The base unit of measure for the product associated with the EAN has not been defined in the material master data.
  Incorrect EAN Assignment: The EAN may not be correctly assigned to the material or may be pointing to a non-existent or inactive material.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., MARA, MARM, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the basic data and sales views to ensure that the base unit of measure is defined.
  If it is missing, you can add or correct it using transaction code MM02.
  
  
  
  Verify EAN Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the EAN is correctly assigned to the material. You can check this in the material master under the "Sales: General/Plant Data" view.
  If the EAN is incorrect or not assigned, you can add or modify it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Base Unit of Measure:
  
  If the base unit of measure is not defined, you can maintain it in the material master. Make sure to specify the correct base unit of measure that corresponds to the EAN.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the material master data.
  You can use transaction codes like MMR1 or MMR2 to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct base unit of measure or EAN, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a colleague who manages product data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MMR1: Material Master Report
  MMR2: Material Master Data Consistency Check
  
  
  
  Tables Involved:
  
  MARA: General Material Data
  MARM: Units of Measure for Material
  EAN11: EAN/UPC Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VJ315 error and ensure that the base unit of measure for the EAN is correctly configured in your SAP system.