How To Fix WH042 - ISO code & for units of measurement not found in system


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WH - Messages for store physical inventory (DRS)

  • Message number: 042

  • Message text: ISO code & for units of measurement not found in system

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  • What causes this issue?

    The ISO code is not known in the system and the SAP code cannot
    therefore be converted into the corresponding SAP code.

    How to fix this error?

    Maintain the ISO code in the system and start processing this
    intermediate document again.
    Maintain the units of measurement with the corresponding ISO
    codes in Customizing under<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMSC>check
    units of measurement</>.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WH042 - ISO code & for units of measurement not found in system ?
    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WH042 - ISO code & for units of measurement not found in system:
    
    Error Message
    WH042 - ISO code & for units of measurement not found in system
    
    Cause
    This error occurs when the system tries to process or validate a unit of measurement (UoM) that is associated with an ISO code, but the corresponding ISO code entry for that unit of measurement is missing or not maintained in the system.
    In SAP, units of measurement can be linked to ISO codes to standardize and facilitate data exchange, especially in logistics and warehouse management processes. If the ISO code for a particular unit of measurement is not maintained, the system cannot recognize or process it properly, leading to this error.
    
    When does it occur?
    
    During warehouse management transactions (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings).
    When integrating with external systems or interfaces that use ISO codes for units.
    When

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