How To Fix WB2B2203 - Unit &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Unit &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B2203 - Unit &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message WB2B2203, which states "Unit &1 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used in a transaction or data processing task.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified in the transaction or data entry does not exist in the system or is not allowed for the specific context (e.g., material, product, or transaction type).
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, info records).
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., during data loading in BW), the unit of measure may not be recognized in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure specified in the transaction is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant master data (e.g., material master).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the material master data or other relevant configuration settings.
  Update Master Data: If the unit of measure is missing, you may need to add it to the relevant master data records.
  Data Transfer Validation: If this error occurs during data loading, check the source data for any discrepancies in the unit of measure and ensure that it matches the expected values in the target system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified unit of measure. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for details on unit of measure configuration and management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.