How To Fix WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES002 - &1 is not a valid unit of measure of article &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES - Messages for empties enhancement

• Message number: 002

• Message text: &1 is not a valid unit of measure of article &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES002 - &1 is not a valid unit of measure of article &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES002 &1 is not a valid unit of measure of article &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use or assign a unit of measure (UoM) &1 to an article (material) &2 in SAP, but the specified unit of measure is not defined or valid for that article in the system.
  In other words, the system checks the article master data and finds that the unit of measure you are trying to use is not maintained or allowed for that particular article.
  This is common in scenarios involving handling units, packaging materials, or articles where specific units of measure are predefined and must be adhered to.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  The unit of measure is not maintained in the material master for the article.
  The unit of measure is not assigned in the relevant customizing or master data related to handling units or packaging.
  The article is configured to allow only certain units of measure, and the one used is outside this list.
  Data inconsistency or missing data in the article master or related tables.
  Custom enhancements or validations (e.g., in handling unit management or logistics execution) enforce strict UoM checks.
  
  
  Where to Check / Verify:
  
  
  Material Master (MM03):  
  
  Check the units of measure maintained for the article.  
  Look at the Basic Data 1 tab for base unit of measure.  
  Check Additional Data or Units of Measure tab for alternative units.
  
  
  
  Packaging Material / Handling Unit Data:  
  
  If the article is a packaging material or handling unit, check the packaging material master (transaction PK03).  
  Verify the units of measure allowed for packaging.
  
  
  
  Customizing Settings:  
  
  Check the configuration for units of measure in Logistics Execution or Warehouse Management.  
  Verify if there are restrictions or validations on allowed units for articles.
  
  
  
  Enhancements / User Exits:  
  
  If the error message is from a custom enhancement (WGDS_ENH...), check the custom code or user exits that validate units of measure.
  
  
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Maintain the correct unit of measure for the article:
  
  Use transaction MM02 to add or correct the units of measure for the article.  
  
  Add the missing unit of measure if it is valid for the article.
  
  
  
  Adjust the unit of measure in the transaction/process:
  
  Use a unit of measure that is valid and maintained for the article.
  
  
  Update packaging material master:
  
  If the article is a packaging material, maintain the correct units in PK02/PK03.
  
  
  Check and correct custom validations:
  
  If the error is triggered by custom code, review the logic and update it to allow the required unit of measure or correct the data accordingly.
  
  
  Data consistency check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify articles with missing or incorrect unit of measure assignments.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  The message ID prefix WGDS_ENH suggests this message is related to SAP Handling Unit Management Enhancements or a custom enhancement in the handling unit process.
  Units of measure in SAP are critical for inventory management, packaging, and logistics processes.  
  Always ensure that the units of measure used in transactions are consistent with the master data to avoid such errors.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Unit of measure &1 not valid for article &2
  
  
  Cause
  UoM not maintained or allowed for the article
  
  
  Check
  Material master units, packaging material master, customizing, enhancements
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain correct UoM in master data or use valid UoM in transactions
  
  
  Related Areas
  Handling Unit Management, Packaging, Material Master
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can help with more specific steps.