How To Fix COWIPB111 - Data for WIP batch incomplete (Material &1, batch &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Data for WIP batch incomplete (Material &1, batch &2)

What causes this issue?

You have not specified all necessary data for the WIP batch. Either the
batch number is missing (batch, if available: &V2&) or the material
(material, if available: &V1&). It is also possible that neither the
batch number nor the material has been entered.

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?

Enter both the batch number and the material for the WIP batch.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB111 - Data for WIP batch incomplete (Material &1, batch &2) ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB111 indicates that there is incomplete data for a Work in Progress (WIP) batch for a specific material and batch number. This error typically arises during the processing of WIP calculations or during the settlement of production orders.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: The WIP batch may not have all the necessary data required for processing. This can happen if the production order was not fully confirmed or if there are missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the WIP calculation settings in the system.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled for the material, there could be issues related to the batch itself, such as missing characteristics or incorrect status.
  Production Order Issues: The production order may not have been properly closed or settled, leading to incomplete WIP data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Production Order Status: Ensure that the production order associated with the WIP batch is fully confirmed and settled. You can do this by checking the order status in transaction CO03 (Display Production Order).
  Review WIP Data: Use transaction COWIP to review the WIP data for the material and batch. Ensure that all necessary entries are present and correct.
  Batch Information: Check the batch information using transaction MSC3N (Display Batch) to ensure that the batch is correctly set up and has all required characteristics.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for WIP calculation in the system. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant production and WIP settings.
  Reprocess WIP Calculation: If necessary, you can reprocess the WIP calculation for the affected material and batch. This can be done using transaction COWIP or through the appropriate program.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to WIP processing for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  COWIP: WIP Calculation
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Batch Management: Familiarize yourself with batch management processes in SAP, especially if your organization uses batch management for materials.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.