How To Fix W#432 - Error in unit conversion from &1 to &2 (alloc tbl item &3/&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W# -

• Message number: 432

• Message text: Error in unit conversion from &1 to &2 (alloc tbl item &3/&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W#432 - Error in unit conversion from &1 to &2 (alloc tbl item &3/&4) ?

  The SAP error message W#432 indicates that there is an issue with unit conversion in the context of allocation table items. This error typically arises when the system is unable to convert a quantity from one unit of measure (UoM) to another due to a missing or incorrect conversion factor.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure Conversion: The conversion factor between the two units of measure (from &1 to &2) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The units of measure may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the allocation table items (&3/&4), such as incorrect units or quantities.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The material master or other related master data may not have the necessary unit of measure settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure Conversion) to check if the conversion factor between the two units of measure is defined.
  If it is missing, you will need to create a new entry for the conversion factor.
  
  
  
  Review Allocation Table Items:
  
  Verify the allocation table items (&3/&4) to ensure that the units of measure and quantities are correctly entered.
  Make sure that the units of measure used are valid and consistent with the material master data.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the relevant materials to ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master and check the units of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure conversions and allocation tables.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Unit of Measure Conversion
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand (to check stock levels and units)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to unit conversion errors.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to unit of measure settings and material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the W#432 error in SAP.