How To Fix COCM140 - Adding a co-product is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Adding a co-product is not allowed

What causes this issue?

In order &V1& the co-product &V2& / item &V3& is to be inserted. You
cannot insert co-products at the lowest levels of a collective order.

System Response

The system cannot execute the change step and automatically rejects it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM140 - Adding a co-product is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message COCM140, which states "Adding a co-product is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with co-products in a production order or process order. This error indicates that the system is preventing the addition of a co-product to a specific order or process due to certain constraints or settings.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that it does not allow the addition of co-products for the specific material or production order type.
  Order Type Restrictions: Certain order types may not support co-products, leading to this error when attempting to add them.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the product may not be set up to allow co-products.
  Production Process: The production process may not be designed to handle co-products, or the routing may not include co-product handling.
  Status of the Order: The production order may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being released or completed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that co-products are allowed for the relevant order type and material.
  Review Order Type: Verify that the order type you are using supports co-products. If not, consider using a different order type that does.
  Material Master Review: Check the material master data for the product to ensure that it is set up correctly to allow co-products. This includes checking the relevant views and settings.
  Routing and BOM: Ensure that the Bill of Materials (BOM) and routing for the production process are set up to include co-products.
  Order Status: If the order is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status or create a new order to include the co-product.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on handling co-products in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to production orders (e.g., CO01 for creating production orders, CO02 for changing them).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to production orders and co-products.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the COCM140 error and implement a suitable solution.