How To Fix VW290 - Unit '&' is not defined as length unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Unit '&' is not defined as length unit

What causes this issue?

The unit of measurement that you entered has not been defined in table
T006 (units) as a unit of length or distance.

System Response

You cannot make any further entries.

How to fix this error?

Enter a unit of measurement that has been defined as a unit of length.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW290 - Unit '&' is not defined as length unit ?

  The SAP error message VW290 indicates that a specific unit of measure (UoM) is not defined as a length unit in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform operations or transactions that require a length unit, but the unit you are using is not recognized as such by SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use (represented by '&' in the error message) is not defined in the system as a length unit.
  Configuration Issues: The unit may exist in the system but is not correctly configured to be recognized as a length unit.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the unit of measure is specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion).
  Check if the unit of measure in question is defined in the system.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it or modify an existing one to ensure it is recognized as a length unit.
  
  
  
  Define the Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit is not defined, you can create it by navigating to the appropriate configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the unit is assigned to the correct category (e.g., length) in the unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction or document where the error occurred to ensure that the unit of measure is entered correctly.
  Look for any typos or incorrect entries that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on units of measure and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, units of measure are used to quantify items in various transactions. They can be defined for different categories such as length, weight, volume, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CUNI for unit of measure configuration and MM02 for material master data changes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to unit of measure errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the VW290 error in your SAP system.