/DSD/SV311 - Conversion error material &1 from uom &2 to uom &3.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/SV -

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Conversion error material &1 from uom &2 to uom &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/SV311 - Conversion error material &1 from uom &2 to uom &3. ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/SV311 Conversion error material &1 from uom &2 to uom &3 typically occurs in the context of the SAP DSD (Direct Store Delivery) module when there is an issue with unit of measure (UOM) conversion for a specific material. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing UOM Conversion Factors: The system may not have the necessary conversion factors defined between the two units of measure (UOM) involved in the transaction.
  Incorrect UOM Configuration: The UOM settings for the material may not be correctly configured in the material master data.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as incorrect UOM settings or missing entries in the UOM table.
  Material Master Issues: The material master record may not be properly maintained, leading to issues in UOM conversion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check UOM Configuration:
  
  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 and alternative units of measure are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Define UOM Conversion Factors:
  
  Use transaction code CUNI to maintain unit of measure conversions. Ensure that the conversion factors between the UOMs involved are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and accurate. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect UOM conversion.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on UOM configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure (UOM): UOM is a standard way to measure quantities of materials. In SAP, each material can have multiple UOMs defined, and conversions between these UOMs must be properly maintained.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP. It contains data related to purchasing, inventory management, and sales.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on UOM conversion errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the conversion error related to the specified material and UOMs.