How To Fix WU780 - Variant &: Allocation unit does not agree with generic material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 780

• Message text: Variant &: Allocation unit does not agree with generic material

What causes this issue?

The allocation unit of the variant differs from that maintained in the
generic material.

System Response

The allocation units of the generic material and related variants must
be the same.

How to fix this error?

Change either the generic material or variants accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU780 - Variant &: Allocation unit does not agree with generic material ?

  The SAP error message WU780, which states "Variant &: Allocation unit does not agree with generic material," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration and material management. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the allocation unit defined for a specific variant of a material and the generic material's allocation unit.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Allocation Units: The allocation unit defined for the variant does not match the allocation unit of the generic material. This can happen if the variant was created with a different unit of measure or if the settings for the generic material were changed after the variant was created.
  Configuration Settings: Incorrect configuration settings in the variant configuration or material master data can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for both the generic material and the variant.
  Verify the allocation units (units of measure) for both the generic material and the variant. Ensure they are consistent.
  
  
  
  Adjust Variant Configuration:
  
  If the variant was created incorrectly, you may need to adjust the configuration settings or recreate the variant with the correct allocation unit.
  Use transaction code CU50 to check and modify the variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Allocation Unit Settings:
  
  Check the allocation unit settings in the configuration profile of the generic material. Ensure that the allocation unit is correctly defined and matches the variant.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material and variant data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like MM02 to modify the material or CU60 for configuration checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to variant configuration and allocation units for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CU50: Configuration of Variant
  CU60: Configuration Profile
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on variant configuration and material management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WU780 error in SAP.