How To Fix VL283 - UM &1 ingredient conversion cannot be determined, delivery &2 &3 batch &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 283

• Message text: UM &1 ingredient conversion cannot be determined, delivery &2 &3 batch &4

What causes this issue?

You wanted to have the conversion factor between base unit of measure
and sales unit &v1& determined for delivery item &v2& &v3&, batch &v4&.
An error occurred during this process.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL283 - UM &1 ingredient conversion cannot be determined, delivery &2 &3 batch &4 ?

  The SAP error message VL283 indicates that the system is unable to determine the ingredient conversion for a specific delivery and batch. This error typically occurs in the context of handling batch-managed materials, particularly when dealing with deliveries that involve ingredient conversion (e.g., when a product is produced from multiple raw materials).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Data: The system cannot find the necessary conversion factors for the ingredients associated with the batch in question.
  Batch Management Issues: The batch may not be properly set up or may not have the required characteristics for the conversion.
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the ingredients may be incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the ingredient conversion in the system, such as missing settings in the relevant customizing tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Data: Verify that the batch specified in the error message is correctly set up and has the necessary characteristics and conversion data.
  Review Material Master: Ensure that the material master records for the ingredients involved have the correct conversion factors and are properly maintained.
  Ingredient Conversion Configuration: Check the configuration settings for ingredient conversion in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the relevant customizing settings in the SPRO transaction.
  Update or Create Conversion Records: If necessary, create or update the ingredient conversion records to ensure that the system can determine the correct conversions for the materials involved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling ingredient conversions and batch management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MSC2N (Change Batch), or SPRO (Customizing) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  Batch Management: Familiarize yourself with batch management concepts in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and how they relate to material movements and deliveries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and batch management.