How To Fix COCM436 - Change in variable-size-item quantity from & to &

COCM436 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 436

• Message text: Change in variable-size-item quantity from & to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM436 - Change in variable-size-item quantity from & to & ?

  The SAP error message COCM436 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the quantity of a variable-size item during a process, such as a goods movement or inventory adjustment. This error typically arises in the context of handling materials that have variable sizes or dimensions, such as textiles, pipes, or other items where the quantity can vary based on size.
  
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The error occurs when there is an attempt to change the quantity of a variable-size item from one value to another, but the system detects that this change is not permissible due to existing constraints or settings.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the handling of variable-size items that are not aligned with the current transaction.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the transaction can lead to this error, especially if the new quantity does not match the expected values based on the