IM454 - Unit & missing in the check table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 454

• Message text: Unit & missing in the check table

What causes this issue?

The unit entered is not contained in Table T006D.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM454 - Unit & missing in the check table ?

  The SAP error message IM454 ("Unit & missing in the check table") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when the system is unable to find a specific unit of measure (UoM) in the relevant check table. This can happen during various transactions, such as when creating or updating material master records, or during inventory postings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure is not defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a missing configuration.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master record may reference a unit of measure that is not valid or has not been set up properly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they might be referencing a unit of measure that is not available in the standard tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code CUNI (Unit of Measure) to check if the unit of measure in question is defined in the system.
  If it is missing, you can create it by following the necessary steps to define a new unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master record and check the units of measure assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly assigned and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not referencing a unit of measure that does not exist.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the unit of measure was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant environment (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Manage Units of Measure
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM01: Create Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify unit of measure settings and material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IM454 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.