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 that the primary and secondary materials are correctly assigned. You can do this by navigating to the production order in SAP and checking the material assignments.
  
  
  Correct Material Numbers: If you find that the materials are indeed different, you will need to correct the material numbers. This may involve changing the secondary material to match the primary material or vice versa, depending on your production process.
  
  
  Review BOM (Bill of Materials): Ensure that the Bill of Materials (BOM) associated with the production order is correctly defined. The BOM should reflect the correct primary and secondary materials.
  
  
  Check Routing: Verify that the routing for the production order is set up correctly and that it aligns with the materials being used.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for production orders, materials, and BOMs are correctly configured.
  
  
  Recreate the Order: In some cases, if the order is significantly misconfigured, it may be easier to delete the problematic order and recreate it with the correct material assignments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to view and modify production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on production order management, BOMs, and material management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COCM216 error and ensure that your production orders are correctly configured.