how can i change the item base unit after creation?

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****** Disclaimer: This response was generated by an artificial intelligence assistant based on previous conversations from multiple Slack channels, and may contain inaccuracies or mistakes. ****** In NetSuite, once an item's base unit of measure (UOM) is set, it cannot be changed. This is because the base unit is used in transactions and other calculations, and changing it could lead to inconsistencies or errors in your data. If you need to change the base unit for an item, the recommended approach is to create a new item with the correct base unit. You can then inactivate the old item to prevent further use. If the old item has been used in transactions, you may need to adjust these transactions to reference the new item instead. Please note that while you cannot change the base unit, you can change the purchase, stock, sale, and consumption units as long as they are derivative of the base unit. For example, you cannot change a volume unit to a weight unit, but you can add or change units within the same "family" (e.g., liters to gallons). Remember to be very careful when creating new UoM Types. It's recommended to limit the ability to create and modify items and their UoM to a specific person or team to avoid inconsistencies or errors.