How To Fix COWIPB187 - Enter a different batch number for the GR batch

COWIPB187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Enter a different batch number for the GR batch

NOTE: Where-used list negative; however, message used in MIGO
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What causes this issue?

You have attempted to assign a GR batch that you have already assigned
to another WIP batch to this WIP batch. This is not possible even if
both WIP batches belong to one order item.

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 a different batch number for this WIP batch.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

COWIPB187 - Details

• The SAP error message COWIPB187, which states "Enter a different batch number for the GR batch," typically occurs during the Goods Receipt (GR) process when there is an issue with the batch number being used. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with batch-managed materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch Number Conflict: The batch number you are trying to use for the Goods Receipt may already be assigned to another document or may not be valid for the material you are processing.
  Batch Management Settings: The material may have specific batch management settings that restrict the use of certain batch numbers.
  Batch Status: The batch number might be in a status that does not allow it to be used for the Goods Receipt (e.g., it could be blocked or expired).
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number entered may not exist in the system or may not be valid for the specific material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Number: Verify