How To Fix COWIPB192 - Simultaneous GI and GR for order with co-product items not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Simultaneous GI and GR for order with co-product items not allowed

What causes this issue?

You cannot post goods issues and goods receipts in one confirmation for
a production or process order with co-product items.

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?

Proceed as follows:
Select only the items in the <ZK>Goods Issues</> area for which you wish
to post goods issues and save the confirmation.
Restart the confirmation for the order.
Select the items in the <ZK>Goods Receipts</> area for which you wish to
post goods receipt and save the confirmation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB192 - Simultaneous GI and GR for order with co-product items not allowed ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB192 indicates that there is an attempt to perform simultaneous Goods Issue (GI) and Goods Receipt (GR) for an order that involves co-product items. This situation is not allowed in SAP because it can lead to inconsistencies in inventory and accounting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to post a Goods Issue and a Goods Receipt at the same time for a production order that has co-products.
  The system does not allow simultaneous postings for these operations to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Separate Transactions: Ensure that you perform the Goods Issue and Goods Receipt in separate transactions. First, complete the Goods Issue for the co-product items, and once that is successfully posted, proceed with the Goods Receipt.
  
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the production order. Ensure that the order is in a state that allows for the posting of Goods Issue or Goods Receipt. If the order is not released or is already completed, you may need to adjust its status.
  
  
  Review Co-Product Configuration: Check the configuration of the co-products in the production order. Ensure that the co-products are set up correctly in the material master and that the production order is configured to handle them appropriately.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling co-products and the associated transactions.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use the appropriate transaction codes for posting GI (e.g., MIGO) and GR (e.g., MIGO) to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Co-Products: In SAP, co-products are materials that are produced simultaneously in a production process. They are typically defined in the material master and production order.
  Inventory Management: Understanding how inventory management works in SAP, especially with respect to production orders and co-products, can help prevent such errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling co-products.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production and inventory management within SAP.