How To Fix WVMI305 - Wrong unit of measure for material &1: OUn is &2 - &3 was transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WVMI - Messages about enhancements for VMI

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Wrong unit of measure for material &1: OUn is &2 - &3 was transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WVMI305 - Wrong unit of measure for material &1: OUn is &2 - &3 was transferred ?

  The SAP error message WVMI305 indicates that there is a mismatch in the unit of measure (UoM) for a material during a transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management, material movements, or when processing goods receipts or issues. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The error occurs when the system expects a certain unit of measure for a material (e.g., kilograms, liters) but receives a different one. The message specifies that the expected unit is &2 while the transferred unit is &3.
  Configuration Issues: The material master may not be correctly configured with the appropriate base unit of measure or alternative units of measure.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered the wrong unit of measure during a transaction.
  Inconsistent Master Data: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, such as missing or incorrect unit of measure settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the unit of measure being used matches the expected unit of measure for the material.
  If the transaction was entered manually, verify that the correct unit of measure was selected.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration in the material master to include the correct units of measure.
  Ensure that the conversion factors between different units of measure are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling unit of measure issues.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on how to correctly enter and manage units of measure in SAP to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  MMBE (Stock Overview)
  
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: 
  
  You can configure units of measure in the material master under the "Basic Data" view and "Purchasing" view.
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to unit of measure handling.
  
  
  Error Handling: 
  
  Familiarize yourself with common error messages in SAP and their resolutions to improve troubleshooting efficiency.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WVMI305 error and ensure that the correct unit of measure is used for the material in question.