How To Fix XU060 - Quantity in base unit of measure will be recalculated --> long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Quantity in base unit of measure will be recalculated --> long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XU060 - Quantity in base unit of measure will be recalculated --> long text ?

  The SAP error message XU060 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the quantity being processed in relation to the base unit of measure (UoM) for a material. This message typically arises during transactions involving inventory management, sales orders, or purchase orders where the system needs to convert quantities from one unit of measure to another.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Conversion: The error usually occurs when the system detects that the quantity entered does not match the expected quantity in the base unit of measure. This can happen if:
  
  The quantity is entered in a different unit of measure than the base unit.
  The conversion factor between the units of measure is not correctly defined in the material master.
  The system is trying to recalculate the quantity based on the defined conversion factors, but the input does not align with the expected values.
  
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master may not have the correct settings for the base unit of measure or the alternative units of measure.
  
  
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may require specific handling of units of measure, and if the input does not conform, the error is triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the units of measure defined for the material.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly set up with appropriate conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Review Input Data:
  
  Double-check the quantity you are entering in the transaction. Make sure it is in the correct unit of measure as expected by the system.
  If you are entering a quantity in an alternative unit of measure, ensure that it is being converted correctly to the base unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If applicable, review the settings of the transaction you are performing to ensure that it is configured to handle the units of measure correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling units of measure in the context of the transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM): In SAP, each material can have multiple units of measure defined, including a base unit of measure, which is the primary unit used for inventory management.
  Conversion Factors: These are defined in the material master and dictate how quantities in different units of measure relate to one another.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may help in managing material data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.