How To Fix VSCE495 - BoM item &2 in &1 uses a different unit of measure: &3 <> &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 495

• Message text: BoM item &2 in &1 uses a different unit of measure: &3 <> &4

What causes this issue?

The given BoM item has a unit of measure that is different from the
material's base unit of measure.

System Response

The quantity of a corresponding sub-item in a sales document may be
calculated incorrectly.

How to fix this error?

Use the material base unit of measure for the BoM item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE495 - BoM item &2 in &1 uses a different unit of measure: &3 <> &4 ?

  The SAP error message VSCE495 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the unit of measure (UoM) for a Bill of Materials (BoM) item. Specifically, it means that the BoM item (identified by &2) in the material (identified by &1) is using a different unit of measure than what is expected or defined in the system. The error message shows the two different units of measure: &3 (the unit of measure in the BoM) and &4 (the unit of measure expected or defined for the material).
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Units of Measure: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure defined for the BoM item does not match the unit of measure defined for the material in the material master.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect configuration in the material master or BoM settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors when creating or modifying the BoM or material master can lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record for the material (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review the BoM:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 to display the BoM and check the unit of measure for the specific item that is causing the error. Ensure that it matches the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Adjust the BoM Item:
  
  If the unit of measure in the BoM is incorrect, you can change it using transaction code CS02 (Change BoM). Make sure to update it to match the unit of measure in the material master.
  
  
  
  Recreate the BoM: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider deleting and recreating the BoM item with the correct unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Understanding how units of measure are configured in SAP can help prevent this error. This includes knowing how to set up base units, alternative units, and conversion factors.
  BoM and Material Master Relationships: Familiarize yourself with how BoMs relate to material masters, including how changes in one can affect the other.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCE495 error and ensure that the units of measure for your BoM items and materials are consistent.