/ACCGO/OE_MSG198 - Cannot Read Base UOM for Material &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/OE_MSG -

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Cannot Read Base UOM for Material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/OE_MSG198 - Cannot Read Base UOM for Material &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/OE_MSG198 Cannot Read Base UOM for Material &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the base unit of measure (UOM) for a specific material. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material in question may not have been properly set up in the material master. This could include missing or incomplete data in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.).
  
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material master data.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material types or UOM settings in the system.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary information.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number to check if the material exists and if the base UOM is defined in the Basic Data view.
  Ensure that the base UOM is correctly maintained and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, create it using transaction MM01 (Create Material).
  If the material exists but is incomplete, update it using MM02 (Change Material) to ensure that the base UOM is set.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for material types and units of measure in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO). Ensure that the settings are correct and that the base UOM is defined for the relevant material types.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 to check database tables or using specific reports for material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the necessary views are maintained for the material, including Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, and Plant Data.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data management and unit of measure settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.