How To Fix VMP_MSG097 - Unit of measure invalid or does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Unit of measure invalid or does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG097 - Unit of measure invalid or does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG097 indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) specified in a transaction is either invalid or does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management, sales and distribution, or inventory management when dealing with quantities and their respective units of measure.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect UoM: The unit of measure entered may be misspelled or not recognized by the system.
  Missing UoM: The unit of measure has not been defined in the system for the material or product being processed.
  Inactive UoM: The unit of measure may exist but is marked as inactive or not available for use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the material master or related tables.
  Data Entry Errors: User errors during data entry, such as using an incorrect code or format.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check UoM: Verify that the unit of measure you are trying to use is correct. Ensure there are no typos or formatting issues.
  Material Master Data: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the unit of measure is defined for the material in question. If it is missing, you may need to add it.
  Create/Update UoM: If the UoM does not exist, you can create it using transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure) or update the material master to include the correct UoM.
  Check UoM Status: Ensure that the UoM is active and available for use. You can check this in the unit of measure settings.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) under Logistics > General > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Units of Measure.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct units of measure to use in transactions to minimize data entry errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  SPRO: Access SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on units of measure and material master data management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VMP_MSG097 error and ensure that the correct units of measure are being used in your SAP transactions.