How To Fix VW042 - & is not a weight unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 042

• Message text: & is not a weight unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW042 - & is not a weight unit ?

  The SAP error message VW042 typically indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a transaction, specifically that the unit of measure is not recognized as a valid weight unit. This error often arises in the context of materials management, sales and distribution, or inventory management when dealing with quantities and their respective units.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure entered in the transaction is not defined as a weight unit in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The material master may not be properly configured to include the correct units of measure.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the unit of measure field.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: If there are conversions set up between different units of measure, they may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Unit of Measure:
  
  Verify that the unit of measure you are trying to use is indeed a valid weight unit in SAP. Common weight units include KG (kilograms), G (grams), LB (pounds), etc.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the units of measure defined for the material in question.
  Ensure that the weight unit is included in the "Units of Measure" tab.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined in the system.
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Master Data > Units of Measure to review and adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  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 administrator or support team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Tables: SAP stores unit of measure information in various tables, such as T006 (Units of Measure) and T006A (Units of Measure for Different Languages).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.