How To Fix WB2B382 - Purchasing quantity without units is not permitted. Check input data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 382

• Message text: Purchasing quantity without units is not permitted. Check input data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B382 - Purchasing quantity without units is not permitted. Check input data ?

  The SAP error message WB2B382 indicates that there is an issue with the purchasing quantity in a transaction, specifically that the quantity is being entered without associated units of measure. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, where a quantity must be specified along with its unit of measure (e.g., pieces, kilograms, liters).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure for the purchasing quantity has not been specified or is missing in the input data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or purchasing info records that do not define the unit of measure correctly.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently left the unit of measure field blank while entering the purchasing quantity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the transaction data to ensure that both the quantity and the unit of measure are entered correctly. Make sure that the unit of measure is not blank.
  Material Master Data: Verify the material master data to ensure that the unit of measure is defined correctly for the material in question. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Checking the "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" views to ensure that the unit of measure is set up correctly.
  
  
  Purchasing Info Records: If applicable, check the purchasing info records (transaction code ME13) to ensure that the unit of measure is defined for the vendor and material combination.
  Re-enter Data: If the error persists, try re-entering the purchasing document, ensuring that all required fields, including the unit of measure, are filled out correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct units of measure to use, consult your organization's purchasing documentation or guidelines.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, units of measure are defined in the material master and can include various types such as base unit, order unit, and sales unit.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03 for viewing material master data.
  ME21N for creating purchase orders.
  ME51N for creating purchase requisitions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2B382 error and successfully process your purchasing documents in SAP.