How To Fix WV026 - Sales unit &1 is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Sales unit &1 is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV026 - Sales unit &1 is not available ?

  The SAP error message WV026, which states "Sales unit &1 is not available," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes when the system cannot find the specified sales unit for a material or product. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Sales Unit Definition: The sales unit for the material may not be defined in the material master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The sales unit may not be correctly configured in the sales organization or plant settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the material master and the sales order or delivery.
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Issues: The unit of measure used in the sales order may not match the units defined in the material master.
  Material Status: The material may be blocked or inactive, preventing it from being sold.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the sales unit defined for the material. Ensure that the sales unit is correctly maintained in the relevant views (Sales Org Data, Basic Data).
  
  
  
  Review Sales Organization Settings:
  
  Ensure that the sales unit is correctly configured in the sales organization settings. You can check this in the transaction code OVX5 or similar configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Verify Unit of Measure:
  
  Check the unit of measure settings in the material master. Ensure that the sales unit is defined and that it is compatible with the units used in sales orders.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  If there are inconsistencies, you may need to run data consistency checks or use transaction codes like SE11 to analyze the database tables related to the material and sales order.
  
  
  
  Material Status:
  
  Check the status of the material to ensure it is active and not blocked for sales. You can do this in the material master or by checking the material status in the sales order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to sales units and material master data for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OVX5: Sales Organization Data
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the material master and sales order data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WV026 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.