How To Fix W_CB240 - Unit of measure &1 not expected

W_CB240 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 not expected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB240 - Unit of measure &1 not expected ?

  The SAP error message:
  W_CB240 Unit of measure &1 not expected
  typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics or materials management modules, such as during goods movements, inventory management, or sales order processing, when the system encounters a unit of measure (UoM) that it does not expect or recognize for a particular material or transaction.
  
  Cause
  
  Unexpected Unit of Measure: The unit of measure entered or processed (&1 represents the UoM code) is not valid or not expected for the material or transaction in question.
  Missing or Incorrect UoM Configuration: The unit of measure might not be maintained in the material master or in the relevant customizing settings.
  Mismatch Between UoM and Material Master: The UoM used in the transaction is not assigned or allowed for the material.
  Incorrect Transaction or Process Step: The process step or transaction expects a specific UoM, and the entered UoM does not match the expected one.
  Conversion Issues: If the system