How To Fix W_DSD_01194 - Enter an order unit for supplier &1 and material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_DSD_01 - Global message class for DSD

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Enter an order unit for supplier &1 and material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_DSD_01194 - Enter an order unit for supplier &1 and material &2 ?

  The SAP error message W_DSD_01194 indicates that there is a missing order unit for a specific supplier and material combination in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Distribution (DSD) module, which is used for managing sales and distribution processes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The order unit for the specified supplier and material is not defined in the system.
  The material master data or vendor master data is incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  The system is trying to process an order or transaction that requires an order unit, but it cannot find the necessary information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the relevant views (especially the Sales Org. Data and Purchasing views).
  Ensure that the order unit is defined for the material.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the Vendor Master (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Enter the vendor number and check the relevant views.
  Ensure that the order unit is defined for the supplier.
  
  
  
  Define Order Unit:
  
  If the order unit is missing, you can define it by going to the Material Master or Vendor Master and adding the necessary information.
  You may need to consult with your procurement or materials management team to determine the correct order unit.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the customizing settings in the SAP system related to order units and material management.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  XK03: Display Vendor Master
  MK03: Display Vendor Master (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Review SAP documentation for best practices in maintaining material and vendor master data.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit material and vendor master data.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the W_DSD_01194 error in your SAP system.