How To Fix COWIPB255 - Report R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH must be run prior to activation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Report R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH must be run prior to activation

What causes this issue?

You want to activate the <ZK>WIP Batch</> functionality. However,
entries for the IS-MILL <ZK>Process Batch</> functionality still exist
in the table MILL_PBWU.

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?

The <ZK>WIP Batch</> functionality can only be activated if there are no
entries in the table MILL_PBWU. Therefore, run the report
R_CONVERT_WIPBBATCH, which transfers the old entries from table
MILL_PBWU to the new table for WIP batches COWIPB_CHVW.
Then run the report R_SET_BATCHTYPE to set the batch type <ZK>WIP batch
</> in the batch master data (Table MCH1 or MCHA ) for the new WIP
batches.

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 COWIPB255 - Report R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH must be run prior to activation ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB255 indicates that the report R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH must be executed before you can activate certain functionalities related to Work in Progress (WIP) batches. This error typically arises in the context of the WIP batch management process, particularly when dealing with the conversion of WIP batches in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires that the WIP batch conversion report (R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH) be run to ensure that all necessary data and configurations are in place before activating the WIP batch functionality. This report is responsible for converting existing WIP batches into a format that the system can work with, ensuring that all relevant data is correctly aligned.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to execute the report R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Access the SAP GUI: Log in to your SAP system.
  Run the Report:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE38 or SA38 to access the report execution screen.
  Enter the report name R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH and execute it.
  
  
  Follow the Prompts: The report may require you to input certain parameters. Make sure to provide the necessary information as prompted.
  Check for Errors: After running the report, check for any errors or messages that may indicate issues during the conversion process.
  Activate the Functionality: Once the report has been successfully executed without errors, you should be able to activate the WIP batch functionality without encountering the COWIPB255 error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the R_CONVERT_WIPBATCH report and its parameters.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with related transaction codes that may be useful in managing WIP batches, such as COWB (for WIP batch management).
  Support: If you continue to experience issues after running the report, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COWIPB255 error and proceed with your WIP batch activation.