How To Fix W5069 - Please also pass on a unit of measure for the quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W5 - Messages for MM-WEB Applications and BAPIs

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Please also pass on a unit of measure for the quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W5069 - Please also pass on a unit of measure for the quantity ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W5069 – "Please also pass on a unit of measure for the quantity"
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when a quantity is entered in a transaction or data record without specifying the corresponding unit of measure (UoM). SAP requires both the quantity and its unit of measure to correctly process materials, inventory, or any quantity-related data.
  For example, if you enter a quantity of "10" but do not specify whether it is "pieces," "kilograms," "liters," etc., SAP cannot interpret the quantity properly and issues this warning.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During goods movements (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue)
  When creating or changing purchase orders or sales orders
  In inventory management transactions
  When entering data in material master or batch master records
  Any transaction where quantity input is required
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Always enter the unit of measure along with the quantity.
  
  For example, if you enter a quantity of 10, also specify the unit of measure such as "PC" (pieces), "KG" (kilograms), "L" (liters), etc.
  
  
  Check the field for unit of measure in the transaction screen and ensure it is not left blank.
  
  
  If the unit of measure field is not visible or editable, check the configuration or master data to ensure the unit of measure is maintained for the material or document.
  
  
  If you are using a custom program or interface, ensure that the unit of measure is passed correctly in the data structure.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  The unit of measure is critical for inventory valuation, stock management, and reporting.
  The base unit of measure is maintained in the material master (MM02/MM03).
  SAP allows multiple units of measure (e.g., base unit, sales unit, purchase unit), but at least one unit of measure must be specified when entering quantities.
  This message is a warning (W), so it may allow you to continue, but it is recommended to correct the data to avoid inconsistencies.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  W5069 – Please also pass on a unit of measure for the quantity
  
  
  Cause
  Quantity entered without specifying unit of measure
  
  
  Solution
  Enter the appropriate unit of measure along with the quantity
  
  
  Related Areas
  Goods movements, purchase/sales orders, inventory management, material master data
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the correct unit of measure, check the material master or consult your logistics or materials management team.