How To Fix VK097 - Unit & is not a unit of volume

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Unit & is not a unit of volume

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK097 - Unit & is not a unit of volume ?

  The SAP error message VK097 ("Unit & is not a unit of volume") typically occurs in the context of pricing and sales order processing when the system encounters a unit of measure (UoM) that is not recognized as a valid unit of volume. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating sales orders, pricing conditions, or material master records.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure used in the transaction is not defined as a volume unit in the system. For example, using a unit like "pcs" (pieces) instead of a volume unit like "liters" or "cubic meters."
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant material or pricing condition.
  Material Master Data: The material master record may not have the correct unit of measure settings for volume.
  Pricing Condition Records: The pricing condition records may reference an incorrect unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure being used is indeed a valid volume unit. You can check this in the SAP system by navigating to the relevant material or pricing condition.
  Material Master Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the Basic Data and Sales views to ensure that the correct unit of measure is assigned.
  If necessary, update the material master to include the correct volume unit.
  
  
  Pricing Condition Records:
  
  Check the pricing condition records (transaction code VK11 or VK12) to ensure that the correct unit of measure is being used.
  If the condition record is incorrect, you may need to create or modify it to use a valid volume unit.
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  If the unit of measure is not defined in the system, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings (transaction code OME4) where you can define units of measure and their categories.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct units of measure or how to configure them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Tables: You can check the relevant tables in SAP, such as T006 (Units of Measure) and T006A (Units of Measure for Different Languages), to see the definitions and settings for units of measure.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data or pricing conditions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK097 error and ensure that the correct units of measure are being used in your SAP transactions.