How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS602 - Unit description code &1 for material category is not supported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 602

• Message text: Unit description code &1 for material category is not supported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS602 - Unit description code &1 for material category is not supported. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_PROCESS602 Unit description code &1 for material category is not supported.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to assign or use a unit of measure (UoM) description code that is not supported or allowed for the specific material category in the SAP system.
  
  The system checks the unit of measure description codes against the material category settings.
  If the unit description code (e.g., EA, KG, L, etc.) is not defined or allowed for the material category of the material you are processing, the system throws this error.
  This often happens during material master data creation or change, or during goods movement or other processes involving units of measure.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Material Category: Defines the type of material (e.g., raw material, finished product, trading goods).
  Unit Description Code: A code that describes the unit of measure (e.g., pieces, kilograms).
  SAP restricts certain units of measure for specific material categories to ensure data consistency and business rules compliance.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Unit of Measure Description Code:
  
  Verify the unit description code you are trying to use.
  Make sure it is valid and correctly maintained in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Material Category Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration for material categories.
  Transaction code: OMS2 or via SPRO path:
  
  Logistics - General > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Material Types
  Check if the unit description code is allowed for the material category in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain Allowed Units of Measure:
  
  If the unit description code is missing or not allowed, you need to add or enable it.
  This might involve customizing the allowed units of measure for the material category.
  You may need to coordinate with your SAP MM consultant or Basis team to update the configuration.
  
  
  
  Use a Supported Unit of Measure:
  
  If changing configuration is not an option, use a unit of measure that is supported for the material category.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMS2 - Define Material Types (to check material category settings)
  MM01 / MM02 - Create/Change Material Master (where the error might occur)
  CUNI - Units of Measure (to check unit descriptions)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to WGDS_PROCESS602 for any patches or updates.
  Review SAP Help Portal for material master and unit of measure restrictions.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Creating a material master with an unusual or custom unit of measure.
  Data migration or upload where unit codes are inconsistent.
  Integration with external systems sending unsupported unit codes.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Unit description code used is not supported for the material category.
  Solution: Verify and correct the unit description code or adjust material category settings to allow the unit.
  Check: Material category configuration and unit of measure master data.
  
  
  If you provide the exact unit description code and material category, I can help you with more specific steps or configuration paths.