How To Fix WB2_ASGT099 - Material &1: wrong base UoM (&2) provided.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2_ASGT - Shadow items ans assignments

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Material &1: wrong base UoM (&2) provided.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2_ASGT099 - Material &1: wrong base UoM (&2) provided. ?

  The SAP error message WB2_ASGT099 indicates that there is an issue with the base unit of measure (UoM) for a material in the context of a specific transaction or process. The error message typically states that the wrong base UoM has been provided for the material identified by &1, and it specifies the incorrect UoM as &2.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Base UoM: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure being used in the transaction does not match the base unit of measure defined for the material in the material master.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or in the related settings that define how units of measure are handled.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered the wrong unit of measure during data entry or in the transaction.
  Material Master Settings: The material master may not be set up correctly, particularly in the "Units of Measure" view.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record for the material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Navigate to the "Units of Measure" view and verify the base unit of measure.
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use in the transaction is compatible with the base unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Correct the Transaction:
  
  If you are entering a transaction, ensure that you are using the correct unit of measure that matches the base UoM defined in the material master.
  If necessary, change the unit of measure in the transaction to the correct one.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to units of measure in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) under Logistics -> Material Management -> Basic Settings -> Units of Measure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on handling units of measure and material master settings.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering data related to materials and units of measure to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  MM01 - Create Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: Understand how unit of measure conversions work in SAP, as this may be relevant if you are dealing with multiple units of measure for a single material.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2_ASGT099 error and ensure that the correct base unit of measure is being used in your transactions.