How To Fix XC705 - Material &1 does not have alternative units of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XC - Message Class for Core Interface

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Material &1 does not have alternative units of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XC705 - Material &1 does not have alternative units of measure ?

  The SAP error message XC705 indicates that a material does not have alternative units of measure defined in the system. This can occur when you are trying to perform an operation that requires the use of alternative units of measure, such as during the creation of a purchase order, sales order, or inventory management activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alternative Units of Measure: The material master record for the specified material does not have any alternative units of measure defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material may not allow for alternative units of measure.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the way the material is being referenced or in the transaction being performed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XC705 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the "Units of Measure" view.
  Ensure that alternative units of measure are defined for the material. If not, you will need to add them.
  
  
  
  Define Alternative Units of Measure:
  
  If alternative units of measure are missing, you can add them by using Transaction Code: MM02 (Change Material).
  Navigate to the "Units of Measure" view and add the required alternative units of measure.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings in the system allow for the use of alternative units of measure. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction:
  
  Double-check the transaction you are performing to ensure that you are using the correct material number and that the transaction is appropriate for the material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: The material master has various views, and the "Units of Measure" view is crucial for defining how a material can be measured and managed in different units.
  Unit of Measure Conversion: SAP allows for conversion between different units of measure, but this requires proper configuration and data entry in the material master.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XC705 error and ensure that your material is properly configured for use with alternative units of measure.