/ACCGO/TSDB257 - Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete plant bogey

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/TSDB -

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete plant bogey

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/TSDB257 - Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete plant bogey ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/TSDB257 Exchange contract master has different UoM; delete plant bogey typically occurs in the context of managing exchange contracts in SAP, particularly when there is a mismatch in the unit of measure (UoM) between the exchange contract and the plant-specific data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the unit of measure defined in the exchange contract does not match the unit of measure defined for the plant or material in question. This can happen if the contract was created with a different UoM than what is set up in the material master or plant settings.
  
  
  Plant-Specific Settings: If the plant-specific settings for the material have a different UoM than what is specified in the exchange contract, this can lead to inconsistencies and trigger the error.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the exchange contract and the material master data, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UoM Settings: Verify the unit of measure settings in both the exchange contract and the material master. Ensure that they are consistent. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03) and checking the UoM settings.
  Reviewing the exchange contract (transaction code ME33K) to see the UoM defined there.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Exchange Contract: If the UoM in the exchange contract is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the UoM used in the material master for the relevant plant.
  
  
  Delete Plant Bogey: If the error message suggests deleting the plant bogey, you may need to remove or adjust the plant-specific data that is causing the conflict. This can typically be done in the contract or the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling exchange contracts and UoM settings.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the settings, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), MM03 (Display Material), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) for managing contracts and materials.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management are trained on the importance of UoM consistency and how to manage it effectively in SAP.
  
  By addressing the UoM mismatch and ensuring consistency across the relevant data, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your transactions.