How To Fix COCM305 - Bulk material and directly produced components cannot be changed

COCM305 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Bulk material and directly produced components cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM305 - Bulk material and directly produced components cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message COCM305, which states "Bulk material and directly produced components cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of production orders or process orders when there is an attempt to modify components that are classified as bulk materials or directly produced components in a bill of materials (BOM).
  
  Cause:
  
  Bulk Material Definition: In SAP, bulk materials are defined as materials that are produced in large quantities and are not typically handled in individual units. These materials are often used in processes where they are consumed in large amounts.
  Directly Produced Components: These are components that are produced directly as part of the production process and are not stored as separate inventory items.
  Modification Restrictions: The system restricts changes to these types of components in order to maintain the integrity of the production process and ensure that the production order reflects the actual materials being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Production Order: Check the production