How To Fix XU036 - Factor for qty conversion was determined from document item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XU - Messages for Quantity Conversion at Batch Level (Steel-AI)

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Factor for qty conversion was determined from document item &

What causes this issue?

In the document you have entered several items for one batch of the
material.

System Response

The conversion factor between alternative unit of measure and
stockkeeping unit is transferred from item & to the classification.

How to fix this error?

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XU036 - Factor for qty conversion was determined from document item & ?

  The SAP error message XU036, which states "Factor for qty conversion was determined from document item &," typically occurs in the context of quantity conversion in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that have different units of measure (UoM). This error can arise during various transactions, such as goods movements, sales orders, or inventory management, where a conversion factor is required but cannot be determined correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Unit of Measure (UoM) Configuration: The material master may not have the necessary UoM settings configured correctly. This includes the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing conversion factors or incorrect settings in the material master.
  Document Item Issues: The specific document item referenced in the error may have issues, such as being incomplete or having incorrect data.
  Custom Logic or User Exits: If there are custom developments or user exits that manipulate quantity conversions, they may not be functioning as expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the UoM settings.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  Verify that the conversion factors between different units of measure are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Document Item:
  
  Identify the document item referenced in the error message and check for any inconsistencies or missing data.
  Ensure that the document is complete and that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for quantity conversion in the relevant SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD).
  Ensure that the settings for UoM conversion are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the conversion factor is being determined and why it is failing.
  Check for any custom code or user exits that may be affecting the quantity conversion logic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for additional insights or specific fixes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), etc.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the XU036 error and implement a solution to resolve it.