How To Fix CF185 - Production resource/tool in use - Base unit of measure cannot be changed.

CF185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CF - PRT management messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Production resource/tool in use - Base unit of measure cannot be changed.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to change the base unit of measure for
<GL:production_resource/tool>production resources/tools</>. However
because the production resource/tool is used in one or more
<GL:standard_task_list>task lists</> or <GL:work_order>work orders</>,
the base unit of measure cannot be changed anymore.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CF185 - Production resource/tool in use - Base unit of measure cannot be changed. ?

  The SAP error message CF185, "Production resource/tool in use - Base unit of measure cannot be changed," typically occurs when you attempt to change the base unit of measure for a production resource/tool (PRT) that is currently in use in a production order or another related process. This restriction is in place to maintain data integrity and ensure that ongoing processes are not disrupted by changes to fundamental attributes of the resources being used.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The PRT is currently assigned to an active production order or is being used in a process.
  Data Integrity: Changing the base unit of measure while the PRT is in use could lead to inconsistencies in production data, inventory management, and reporting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: Verify if the PRT is currently assigned to any active production orders or processes. You can do this by checking the production orders or