How To Fix VJ356 - The base unit of measure must be maintained during inital creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 356

• Message text: The base unit of measure must be maintained during inital creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VJ356 - The base unit of measure must be maintained during inital creation ?

  The SAP error message VJ356, "The base unit of measure must be maintained during initial creation," typically occurs when you are trying to create a material or a product in the SAP system without specifying a base unit of measure. The base unit of measure is essential for defining how the material is quantified and managed within the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Unit of Measure: The primary cause of this error is that the base unit of measure field is left blank during the initial creation of the material.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the material master data that prevent the base unit of measure from being set correctly.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to create or modify the material master data, leading to incomplete entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VJ356 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Base Unit of Measure:
  
  When creating a new material (using transaction codes like MM01), ensure that you fill in the "Base Unit of Measure" field. This is typically found in the Basic Data view of the material master.
  The base unit of measure should be a valid unit of measure that is defined in the system (e.g., EA for each, KG for kilograms, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Configuration:
  
  If you are consistently facing this issue, check the configuration settings for material types in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide). Ensure that the base unit of measure is a required field for the material type you are working with.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and maintain material master records. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  Ensure you are using the correct transaction code for creating materials. For example, MM01 is used for creating materials, and you should follow the required steps in the creation process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct unit of measure to use, consult your organization's documentation or guidelines regarding material management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials that an organization procures, produces, and sells. It contains various views, including Basic Data, Sales Data, Purchasing Data, etc.
  Unit of Measure (UoM): Units of measure are essential for inventory management, sales, and purchasing processes. They define how quantities are expressed and managed in the system.
  SAP Help Portal: For more detailed information, you can refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to material management in SAP.
  
  By ensuring that the base unit of measure is correctly maintained during the initial creation of materials, you should be able to avoid the VJ356 error.