How To Fix XU049 - Qty conversion different for "issuing" and receiving batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Qty conversion different for "issuing" and receiving batch

What causes this issue?

The conversion from unit of entry to stockkeeping unit is different for
the issuing batch and the receiving batch. This is not allowed from a
business point of view because valuation is carried out on the basis of
the quantity stored.
If the receiving batch was just created, but not classified with
reference to the issuing batch, classification was not activated in
Customizing for the movement type

System Response

The item cannot be posted

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the issuing and receiving plant have the same conversion in
the unit of entry for transfer postings or create a new batch which is
then classified with reference to the issuing batch.
If the receiving batch was just created, ensure that the classification
for this movement type is active.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XU049 - Qty conversion different for "issuing" and receiving batch ?

  The SAP error message XU049 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the quantity conversion factors for issuing and receiving batches during a goods movement process. This typically occurs in scenarios involving batch management, where different batches of materials may have different unit of measure (UoM) conversions.
  Cause:
  
  Different Units of Measure: The issuing batch and the receiving batch may have different units of measure or conversion factors defined in the material master.
  Batch-Specific Settings: Each batch can have its own characteristics, including different UoM settings, which can lead to inconsistencies during transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or in the batch management settings that lead to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the goods movement process can also lead to discrepancies in quantity conversions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the UoM settings for both the issuing and receiving batches.
  Ensure that the conversion factors are consistent and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Characteristics:
  
  Check the characteristics of both batches (transaction code MSC3N) to ensure that they are set up correctly and consistently.
  
  
  
  Adjust Goods Movement:
  
  If the error occurs during a goods movement transaction (e.g., goods issue or goods receipt), review the transaction details to ensure that the quantities and UoM are correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the batch management settings in SPRO to ensure that they are correctly configured for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling batch management and UoM issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP and how it affects inventory management and goods movements.
  Unit of Measure (UoM): Familiarize yourself with how UoM is defined and managed in SAP, including conversion factors.
  Transaction Codes: Useful transaction codes include:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  
  By addressing the discrepancies in UoM and ensuring consistency across batches, you should be able to resolve the XU049 error.