How To Fix COIS014 - Picking in the background is not possible!

COIS014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COIS - Messages for the Order Information System

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Picking in the background is not possible!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COIS014 - Picking in the background is not possible! ?

  The SAP error message COIS014, which states "Picking in the background is not possible," typically occurs in the context of production order processing, particularly when trying to perform picking operations in the background. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Background Job Configuration: The system may not be configured to allow background processing for picking operations. This can happen if the necessary settings in the background job configuration are not enabled.
  
  
  Material Availability: If the materials required for picking are not available or if there are issues with stock levels, the system may prevent background picking.
  
  
  Order Status: The production order may be in a status that does not allow picking to occur. For example, if the order is not released or is already completed, background picking may not be permitted.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the operation may not have