/CWM/MD035 - Unit of measure &1 is not a base unit of measure (or an alternative one)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MD -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Unit of measure &1 is not a base unit of measure (or an alternative one)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MD035 - Unit of measure &1 is not a base unit of measure (or an alternative one) ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MD035 Unit of measure &1 is not a base unit of measure (or an alternative one) typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Warehouse Management (WM) when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) configuration for a material.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified in the transaction is not defined as a base unit of measure or an alternative unit of measure for the material in question.
  Missing Configuration: The material master may not have the necessary UoM settings configured correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the unit of measure being entered.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have restrictions on the units of measure that can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check the UoM settings for the material in question.
  Ensure that the base unit of measure is correctly defined and that any alternative units of measure are also set up properly.
  
  
  
  Define Units of Measure:
  
  If the unit of measure is not defined, you can define it in the material master or through the configuration settings.
  Use Transaction Code: CUNI to maintain units of measure in the system.
  
  
  
  Review UoM Conversion:
  
  Ensure that there are valid conversion factors between the base unit of measure and the alternative units of measure if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Verify that the unit of measure entered in the transaction matches exactly with the defined units in the system (case-sensitive).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on unit of measure configuration.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to UoM configuration.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to Material Management and unit of measure handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the unit of measure is correctly configured for the material in question.