How To Fix COCM086 - Reassignment not possible as special procurement indicators are different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Reassignment not possible as special procurement indicators are different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM086 - Reassignment not possible as special procurement indicators are different ?

  The SAP error message COCM086 indicates that a reassignment of a material or a production order cannot be performed because the special procurement indicators for the source and target materials or orders are different. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and materials management when trying to change the assignment of a material to a different production order or when attempting to reassign a material in a way that conflicts with its procurement settings.
  Cause:
  
  Different Special Procurement Indicators: The special procurement indicators (like special procurement types, such as consignment, subcontracting, or third-party processing) for the source and target materials/orders do not match.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or production order that are not aligned.
  Material Master Settings: The material master data for the involved materials may have different procurement settings, which can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Procurement Indicators: 
  
  Go to the material master data (transaction code MM03) for both the source and target materials and compare their special procurement indicators.
  Ensure that they are the same or adjust them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Production Order Settings:
  
  If you are working with production orders, check the settings of the production orders involved. Ensure that the procurement types are compatible.
  You can view the production order details using transaction code CO03.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the indicators are set correctly but the error persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to special procurement types. This may require assistance from a SAP configuration expert.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on special procurement indicators and their implications.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  CO03 (Display Production Order)
  
  
  Special Procurement Types: Understand the different types of special procurement indicators and their implications on material handling and production processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the COCM086 error and implement a solution to resolve it.