How To Fix VLSC214 - Unit of measure "&1" is not valid for component &2

VLSC214 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLSC - Components for subcontractor's inbound delivery

• Message number: 214

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLSC214 - Unit of measure "&1" is not valid for component &2 ?

  The SAP error message VLSC214 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) assigned to a component in a specific context, such as a bill of materials (BOM), material master, or sales order. The message typically means that the unit of measure you are trying to use for the specified component is not valid or recognized in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified (represented by "&1") is not defined in the system or is not valid for the component (represented by "&2").
  
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be correctly configured in the material master or may not be assigned to the relevant material type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the unit of measure entered in the transaction.
  Missing UoM Conversion: If the component requires a conversion factor and it is not defined, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit