How To Fix WRF_SHOP005 - Enter unit of measurement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_SHOP - Message Class for Shop Maintenance

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter unit of measurement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_SHOP005 - Enter unit of measurement ?

  The SAP error message WRF_SHOP005 ("Enter unit of measurement") typically occurs in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when a user is trying to create or modify a retail article or product master data, and the system requires a unit of measurement (UoM) to be specified but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measurement: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measurement field is left blank when it is required for the operation being performed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or retail article settings that do not allow for the proper entry of UoM.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip the UoM field or enter an invalid value that the system does not recognize.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Unit of Measurement: When prompted with the error, check the relevant fields and ensure that a valid unit of measurement is entered. This could be units like "EA" (each), "KG" (kilograms), "L" (liters), etc.
  Check Configuration: If the UoM is not being accepted or is not available, check the configuration settings in the material master or retail article settings. Ensure that the UoM is defined correctly in the system.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the material or article master data is complete and correctly set up. This includes checking the UoM settings in the material type and ensuring that the UoM is assigned to the correct sales organization or plant.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct UoM to use, refer to the relevant documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the product or article in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes related to material master maintenance, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or similar transactions in the retail module.
  Unit of Measurement Tables: The UoM settings can be found in tables like T006 (Units of Measure) and T006A (Units of Measure: Language-dependent Texts).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields, including UoM, when creating or modifying master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.