How To Fix COWIPB145 - WIP batch already assigned; not possible to copy

COWIPB145 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 145

• Message text: WIP batch already assigned; not possible to copy

What causes this issue?

The WIP batch you wish to copy is already assigned to an item of the
production/process order.

System Response

The system does <ZH>nicht</> copy the WIP batch.

How to fix this error?

To copy the WIP batch, proceed as follows:
Select the WIP batch and choose @CR@ WIP<ZK>B><GR</>.
The system revokes the assignment of the WIP batch to the item of the
production/process order.
Select the WIP batch and choose @14@ <ZK>Copy WIP Batch</>.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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 COWIPB145 - WIP batch already assigned; not possible to copy ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB145 indicates that there is an issue with Work in Progress (WIP) batches in the context of production orders or WIP calculations. Specifically, the error states that a WIP batch is already assigned, and therefore, it is not possible to copy or perform the intended operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch Already Assigned: The primary cause of this error is that the WIP batch you are trying to work with is already assigned to another production order or process. This can happen if the batch is in use or if there are multiple processes trying to access the same batch simultaneously.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to improper handling of WIP batches.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect batch status or missing information that prevents the operation from completing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Assignment: Verify if the WIP batch is indeed assigned