How To Fix WB2_ASGT075 - The shadow item has an initial UoM for the assignments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2_ASGT - Shadow items ans assignments

• Message number: 075

• Message text: The shadow item has an initial UoM for the assignments

What causes this issue?

A shadow item which has assignments may not have an initial unit of
measure.

System Response

The shadow item can be identified by GUID &V1&.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2_ASGT075 - The shadow item has an initial UoM for the assignments ?

  The SAP error message WB2_ASGT075 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a shadow item in the assignment process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where shadow items are used for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the shadow item has an initial unit of measure that is not compatible with the expected unit of measure for the assignment. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Mismatch in UoM: The shadow item may have been created with a different unit of measure than what is expected for the assignment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the planning settings that are not aligned.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the planning object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WB2_ASGT075 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Shadow Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master data for the shadow item and verify the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the initial UoM is correctly defined and matches the expected UoM for the assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment Settings:
  
  Check the assignment settings in the planning book or the relevant configuration settings in the APO system.
  Ensure that the UoM used in the assignment is compatible with the shadow item's UoM.
  
  
  
  Adjust UoM in the Planning Book:
  
  If necessary, adjust the UoM in the planning book or the relevant planning area to ensure consistency with the shadow item.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM or /SAPAPO/OM17 to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM17 for checking planning objects and /SAPAPO/TSM for transport management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to WB2_ASGT075 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Review the configuration settings for units of measure in the material master and ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WB2_ASGT075 error in your SAP system.