How To Fix WU690 - No unit of measure was entered for allocation quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 690

• Message text: No unit of measure was entered for allocation quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU690 - No unit of measure was entered for allocation quantity ?

  The SAP error message WU690, which states "No unit of measure was entered for allocation quantity," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when a user attempts to perform an operation that requires a unit of measure (UoM) but has not provided one. This can happen in various transactions, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or inventory allocations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause is that the user has not specified a unit of measure for the allocation quantity in the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of material master data, where the unit of measure is not properly defined.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip entering the unit of measure due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not handle the unit of measure correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Unit of Measure: Ensure that you enter a valid unit of measure for the allocation quantity in the relevant field. This is usually a dropdown or input field in the transaction screen.
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data for the item in question has the appropriate units of measure defined. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03) and checking the "Basic Data" and "Purchasing" views.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to units of measure. This can be done through transaction codes like OME1 (for unit of measure settings) or OME2 (for unit of measure conversion).
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for the specific transaction you are using to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Types: Understand the different types of units of measure (base unit, alternative unit, etc.) and how they are used in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP logistics and inventory management to better understand how to handle units of measure and related transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU690 error and ensure that your transactions are processed correctly.