How To Fix COWIPB150 - Deletion flag cannot be set for WIP batch &1, order &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Deletion flag cannot be set for WIP batch &1, order &2

What causes this issue?

The system could not set a deletion flag for the WIP batch &V1& because
no deletion flag yet exists for the associated production/process order
&V2&.

System Response

The system terminates the function.

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?

First set the deletion flag for the production order &V2& and then the
deletion flag for the WIP batch &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB150 - Deletion flag cannot be set for WIP batch &1, order &2 ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB150 indicates that there is an issue with setting a deletion flag for a Work in Progress (WIP) batch in a production order. This error typically arises when you attempt to delete or set a deletion flag for a WIP batch that is still in use or has not met certain criteria for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Active WIP Batch: The WIP batch is still active and has not been fully processed or settled.
  Open Production Orders: There may be open production orders that are still referencing the WIP batch.
  Settlement Issues: The production order may not have been settled, which is required before you can delete the WIP batch.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other documents or processes that prevent the deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Production Order Status: Ensure that the production order associated with the WIP batch is completed and settled. You can do this by checking the status of the order in the production order management transaction (e.g., CO02).
  Settle the Order: If the order is not settled, perform the settlement using transaction code KO88 or KO8G to settle the order and clear any WIP amounts.
  Review Batch Usage: Check if the WIP batch is still being used in any other processes or orders. If it is, you will need to resolve those dependencies before you can delete the batch.
  Use Transaction COHV: You can use transaction COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders) to check for any open orders that might be referencing the WIP batch.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations or settings that might be affecting the ability to set the deletion flag.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order), CO88 (Order Settlement), and COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required to delete or set flags on WIP batches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.