How To Fix XU053 - Transfer posting to a batch with a diff. conversion factor --> long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Transfer posting to a batch with a diff. conversion factor --> long text

What causes this issue?

Quantity conversion for the issuing batch and the receiving batch
differ by at least one product unit.
Current remaining stock for this stock segment and this stock type
BaseUoM &V1&
ProductUn &V2&
&V3&

System Response

The stock transfer is carried out using the conversion factor of the
receiving batch. Errors may occur after the decimal point in the stock
of the issuing batch as a result of this stock transfer.
If this message is an error message, you cannot carry out a stock
transfer to a batch with a different conversion factor.
If this message is a warning message, the document can only be posted
if errors do not occur after the decimal point.
Example
Issuing batch C1 with a weight per unit of 50 kg
unrestricted-use stock C1 storage location 0001: 2 units
1 unit is to be transferred to batch C2 with a weight per unit of 60kg.
1 unit at 40kg is left in unrestricted-use stock of batch C1 in storage
location 0001.
In order that the document can be posted, a second stock transfer item
has to be entered to a batch with a weight per unit of 40 Kg.
If there is any remaining stock left for the issuing batch, the system
checks during posting whether the conversion factors of the remaining
stock correspond to those of the issuing batch.
In this way the system calculates the conversion factor of the
remaining stock from the remaining stock in product units and the
remaining stock in base unit of measure.

How to fix this error?

If this message is a warning message:
Open another session to display the stock overview for the issuing
batch.
Enter at least another stock transfer item for the remaining stock of
this batch.
If this message is an error message:
The item cannot be posted. The conversion factors between the base unit
of measure and the product units must be the same for the issuing and
receiving batches.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XU053 - Transfer posting to a batch with a diff. conversion factor --> long text ?

  The SAP error message XU053 indicates that there is an issue with transferring stock to a batch that has a different conversion factor. This typically occurs in inventory management or batch management scenarios where materials are managed in different units of measure (UoM) and the system detects a discrepancy in the conversion factors between the source and target batches.
  Cause:
  
  Different Units of Measure: The source batch and the target batch may have different units of measure, and the conversion factors do not match.
  Batch Management Settings: The configuration for batch management may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how batches are handled.
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the involved batches may have different settings or conversion factors defined.
  Stock Type: The stock type (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may also affect the transfer posting if the conversion factors are not aligned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Details: Review the details of both the source and target batches to ensure that their units of measure and conversion factors are consistent.
  Adjust Material Master Data: If discrepancies are found, update the material master data to ensure that the conversion factors are aligned for both batches.
  Review Batch Management Configuration: Ensure that the batch management settings in the system are correctly configured to handle the conversion factors appropriately.
  Use Correct UoM: When performing the transfer posting, ensure that you are using the correct unit of measure that matches the target batch's configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling batch management and transfer postings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MB1B (Transfer Posting) or MIGO (Goods Movement) to perform the transfer posting.
  Batch Management: Familiarize yourself with batch management concepts in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and transferred.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform transfer postings and manage batches in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management and batch management.