How To Fix COCM219 - The comparison objects have different quantities

COCM219 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 219

• Message text: The comparison objects have different quantities

What causes this issue?

The primary object has a quantity of &V1&, the secondary object has a
quantity of &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?

For a comparison you should use the same order quantity as the base
quantity, because otherwise differences occur with components and these
components are then recorded as being different.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM219 - The comparison objects have different quantities ?

  The SAP error message COCM219, which states "The comparison objects have different quantities," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or cost object management when there is a mismatch in the quantities being compared in a cost analysis or reporting scenario. This error can arise in various situations, such as during the execution of cost reports, assessments, or when trying to allocate costs.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Quantities: The primary cause of this error is that the quantities of the objects being compared (e.g., cost centers, internal orders, or projects) are not aligned. This can happen if one object has a different quantity than the other in the context of the report or transaction being executed.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or configuration in the master data of cost objects can lead to discrepancies in quantities.
  Different Units of Measure: If the objects being compared are measured in different units (e.g., one in pieces