How To Fix COWIPB508 - Original batch not allowed for material &1 &2

COWIPB508 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 508

• Message text: Original batch not allowed for material &1 &2

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create an original batch for a production/process
order or a PO item.
In the material master, the creation of original batches is not allowed
for the header material of the order or the material of the PO 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?

Maintain the <ZK>Original Batch</> indicator in the material master.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB508 - Original batch not allowed for material &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB508 "Original batch not allowed for material &1 &2" typically occurs in the context of batch management in SAP, particularly when dealing with inventory management or production processes. This error indicates that the original batch of a material is not permitted for the specified operation or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Batch Status: The original batch may have a status that prevents it from being used. For example, it could be blocked, expired, or marked for deletion.
  Batch Characteristics: The batch may not meet the required characteristics or specifications for the operation being performed.
  Batch Management Settings: The configuration settings for batch management may restrict the use of certain batches based on specific criteria.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to restrictions on batch usage.
  Stock Type: The stock type of the batch (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not allow it to be used in the