How To Fix WB2B2147 - Please specify first a Purchase Order Unit of Measure for the TC item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B2 - Trading Contract (part 2)

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Please specify first a Purchase Order Unit of Measure for the TC item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B2147 - Please specify first a Purchase Order Unit of Measure for the TC item ?

  The SAP error message WB2B2147, which states "Please specify first a Purchase Order Unit of Measure for the TC item," typically occurs in the context of creating or processing a purchase order in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a unit of measure (UoM) to be specified for a particular item in the purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause of this error is that the purchase order item does not have a specified unit of measure. This can happen if the item is not properly configured in the material master or if the unit of measure is not defined in the purchase order.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master record for the item may not have a valid purchase order unit of measure defined, or the unit of measure may not be compatible with the item type.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the unit of measure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record for the item in question (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the purchase order unit of measure is defined correctly in the relevant views (e.g., Purchasing view).
  
  
  
  Specify Unit of Measure in Purchase Order:
  
  When creating or editing the purchase order (transaction code ME21N or ME22N), ensure that you specify the unit of measure for the item in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category:
  
  Check if the item category used in the purchase order supports the unit of measure you are trying to use. Some item categories may have restrictions on the units of measure that can be used.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for units of measure are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of specifying the unit of measure when creating purchase orders and that there is adequate documentation available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: SAP uses different types of units of measure (e.g., base unit, order unit, sales unit). Understanding these can help in configuring and troubleshooting issues related to units of measure.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2B2147 error and successfully specify a purchase order unit of measure for the item in question.