How To Fix COWIPB147 - WIP batch not at highest level; will not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 147

• Message text: WIP batch not at highest level; will not be deleted

What causes this issue?

Succeeding WIP batches exist for the selected WIP batch (e.g. as a
result of splitting the WIP batch). It is therefore no longer at the
highest level.
However, you can only delete WIP batches of the highest level.

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

System Response

The system does not delete the WIP batch.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete the selected WIP batch, you must first delete all
follow-on WIP batches and copies of this WIP batch.
If, in turn, successors or copies of these WIP batches exist, you must
also delete these.
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copies of a WIP batch.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB147 - WIP batch not at highest level; will not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB147 indicates that a Work in Progress (WIP) batch cannot be deleted because it is not at the highest level in the production order hierarchy. This typically occurs in the context of production orders and WIP accounting, where certain conditions must be met for a batch to be deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Hierarchy: The batch you are trying to delete is part of a hierarchy where there are other dependent batches or components that are at a higher level. In SAP, WIP batches are often structured in a parent-child relationship, and you can only delete a batch if it is at the highest level (i.e., it has no dependent batches).
  Open Production Orders: If there are open production orders that reference the WIP batch, it cannot be deleted.
  Accounting Entries: If there are accounting entries related to the WIP batch, it may prevent deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Hierarchy: Use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) to check the hierarchy of the batches. Ensure that the batch you want to delete is indeed at the highest level.
  Close Dependent Orders: If there are dependent production orders or components, you may need to close or settle those orders before attempting to delete the WIP batch.
  Clear Accounting Entries: If there are accounting entries associated with the WIP batch, you may need to reverse or clear those entries before deletion.
  Use Transaction COHV: You can use transaction COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders) to manage and settle production orders in bulk, which may help in resolving the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your configuration and version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), CO03 (Display Production Order), and COWB (Work in Progress).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to WIP processing and batch management that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete WIP batches, as restrictions may apply based on user roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.