How To Fix IPPECIF188 - Standard processing path differs for multiple work centers

IPPECIF188 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPPECIF - Messages for APO CIP Interfaces in iPPE

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Standard processing path differs for multiple work centers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IPPECIF188 - Standard processing path differs for multiple work centers ?

  The SAP error message IPPECIF188 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the standard processing paths for multiple work centers in the context of production planning or process orders. This typically occurs when the system detects that the same operation is defined differently across various work centers, which can lead to inconsistencies in production planning and scheduling.
  
  Cause:
  
  Different Work Center Configurations: The work centers involved may have different settings or configurations, such as different standard times, capacities, or processing sequences.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the work centers, such as different routing definitions or operation sequences.
  Routing Definitions: The routing for the production order may reference multiple work centers that have different processing paths defined.
  Changes in Work Center Settings: If changes were made to the work center settings after the routing was created, this could lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Work Center Settings: Check the configuration of the