M3627 - Position the cursor on a unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 627

• Message text: Position the cursor on a unit of measure

What causes this issue?

You have positioned the cursor on a line that does not contain a unit
of measure.

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?

Position the cursor on the correct line.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3627 - Position the cursor on a unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message M3627, which states "Position the cursor on a unit of measure," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management when the system expects the user to select or specify a unit of measure (UoM) for a material or item but the cursor is not positioned correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The cursor is not placed on the field where the unit of measure is expected.
  Missing Unit of Measure: The system may require a unit of measure to be specified for a material, but it has not been entered or selected.
  Field Configuration: The field for the unit of measure may not be visible or enabled in the current screen layout.
  User Input Error: The user may have skipped the unit of measure field or entered data in an incorrect format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly: Ensure that the cursor is placed directly on the unit of measure field. Click on the field or use the tab key to navigate to it.
  Select or Enter a Unit of Measure: If the field is empty, select a valid unit of measure from the dropdown list or enter it manually if applicable.
  Check Field Visibility: If the unit of measure field is not visible, check the screen layout or configuration settings to ensure that the field is included and enabled.
  Review Input Data: Make sure that any data entered in the unit of measure field is in the correct format and corresponds to the expected values defined in the system.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid units of measure for a specific material, refer to the material master data or consult your SAP documentation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data to ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined for the material in question.
  SAP Help Portal: You can find more detailed information about units of measure and related configurations in the SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training for users on how to navigate the SAP interface and correctly input data.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.