How To Fix WUE018 - Enter a unit of measure

WUE018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WUE - Messages in package WAKT_ADD_ON

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter a unit of measure

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WUE018 - Details

• The SAP error message WUE018: "Enter a unit of measure" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a unit of measure (UoM) but has not provided one. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in inventory management, sales, and purchasing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not entered a unit of measure in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master data may not be properly configured with the necessary units of measure.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked the unit of measure field or entered an invalid value.
  Transaction Context: Certain transactions require a unit of measure to be specified, and if the context does not allow for it, the error will be triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Unit of Measure: Ensure that you enter a valid unit of measure in the required field. This could be a standard unit