How To Fix W0048 - Only the base unit of measure field can be maintained for restriction 04

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Only the base unit of measure field can be maintained for restriction 04

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0048 - Only the base unit of measure field can be maintained for restriction 04 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W0048 - Only the base unit of measure field can be maintained for restriction 04
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to maintain or change a unit of measure (UoM) field other than the base unit of measure for a material in a context where restriction 04 is active.
  
  Restriction 04 refers to a system setting or configuration that limits changes or maintenance to only the base unit of measure field.
  In SAP, the base unit of measure is the primary unit in which stock quantities are managed for a material.
  The system does not allow changes to other UoM fields (like sales unit, purchasing unit, etc.) under this restriction because it could lead to inconsistencies in inventory management or transactions.
  
  
  When does this happen?
  
  When you try to maintain or update a unit of measure field other than the base unit of measure in material master data (transaction MM02 or similar).
  When the system or customizing settings enforce restriction 04 on unit of measure maintenance.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the unit of measure you are trying to maintain:
  
  Ensure you are only maintaining the base unit of measure field.
  If you need to change other UoM fields, verify if restriction 04 can be lifted or adjusted.
  
  
  
  Review system/customizing settings:
  
  Check if restriction 04 is active in your system.
  This might be controlled via configuration or user authorizations.
  Consult with your SAP MM or Basis team to understand if this restriction is necessary or can be modified.
  
  
  
  If you must change other UoM fields:
  
  You may need to temporarily disable restriction 04 (if possible and safe).
  Alternatively, use the appropriate transaction or process that allows changes to other UoM fields without triggering this warning.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes or documentation:
  
  Sometimes, specific SAP Notes provide guidance on handling such restrictions.
  Check SAP Support Portal for any notes related to message W0048.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Base Unit of Measure: The fundamental unit in which stock is managed (e.g., pieces, kilograms).
  Other Units of Measure: Sales unit, purchasing unit, order unit, etc., which are used for specific business processes but are linked to the base unit.
  Material Master Data (MM01/MM02): The place where units of measure are maintained.
  Restriction 04: A system or customizing restriction that limits changes to only the base unit of measure.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Message W0048 warns you that only the base unit of measure can be maintained under restriction 04.
  To resolve, maintain only the base unit or adjust system restrictions if changes to other UoM fields are necessary.
  Always ensure changes comply with your organization's inventory and material management policies.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this message appears, I can give more tailored advice.