How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL068 - Unit of measure & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_MATERIAL - Additional Messages for Material Master (Retail)

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Unit of measure & is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL068 - Unit of measure & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL068 indicates that the unit of measure (UoM) specified for a material is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when dealing with material master data, especially in relation to sales and distribution (SD) or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure you are trying to use for the material is not defined or not allowed for the specific transaction or context.
  Configuration Issues: The unit of measure may not be properly configured in the material master or in the relevant settings for the material type.
  Missing UoM in Master Data: The unit of measure may not be included in the list of allowed units for the material in the material master data.
  Transaction Context: The unit of measure may not be valid for the specific transaction you are attempting (e.g., sales order, purchase order).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is listed under the "Units of Measure" view.
  
  
  
  Add Allowed Unit of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is not listed, you may need to add it. This can be done by editing the material master (transaction code MM02) and adding the required unit of measure in the appropriate view.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the material type and ensure that the unit of measure is allowed. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Units of Measure and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure is appropriate for the specific transaction you are performing. For example, some units may only be valid for certain types of sales orders or purchase orders.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or restrictions related to the unit of measure for your materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, sales unit, purchasing unit, etc.) and how they relate to each other.
  Material Types: Different material types may have different allowed units of measure, so ensure you are aware of the specific material type you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_MATERIAL068 error and successfully proceed with your transaction.