How To Fix CR186 - Work center already being used: Values are overwritten

CR186 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Work center already being used: Values are overwritten

What causes this issue?

You changed the default values in the work center (with a reference
indicator) so that it effects the routing. However, the work center is
used in other task lists.

System Response

The system automatically puts the changes into effect in the
corresponding routings and overwrites the values previously maintained.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR186 - Work center already being used: Values are overwritten ?

  The SAP error message CR186 ("Work center already being used: Values are overwritten") typically occurs in the context of work center management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with production planning or capacity planning. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change or create a work center that is already in use, and the new values being entered would overwrite existing data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Work Center Usage: The work center you are trying to modify is already assigned to one or more production orders, routing, or other related objects.
  Data Overwrite: The system is designed to prevent overwriting existing values that are critical for production planning and execution.
  Concurrent Changes: Another user or process might be trying to make changes to the same work center simultaneously.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Center Usage: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CR03 (Display Work Center) to check where the work center is being used. Look for any active production