How To Fix COCM216 - Primary and secondary objects have different material numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Primary and secondary objects have different material numbers

What causes this issue?

Primary object and secondary object have different material numbers.
The primary object has the material number &V1& and the secondary
object has the material number &V2&.

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?

Only enter comparison objects that have the same material number.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM216 - Primary and secondary objects have different material numbers ?

  The SAP error message COCM216, which states "Primary and secondary objects have different material numbers," typically occurs in the context of production orders, where there is a mismatch between the primary and secondary materials defined in the order.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Mismatch in Material Numbers: The primary object (usually the main material) and the secondary object (often a by-product or co-product) in the production order are assigned different material numbers. This can happen if the materials are not correctly defined in the order or if there is a configuration issue.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the production order may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how materials are linked.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the production order can lead to incorrect material assignments.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COCM216 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Production Order: Review the production order to ensure