How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM_CS164 - Cannot process purchase orders for delivery simultaneously

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM_CS -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Cannot process purchase orders for delivery simultaneously

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM_CS164 - Cannot process purchase orders for delivery simultaneously ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM_CS164 indicates that the system cannot process purchase orders for delivery simultaneously. This error typically arises in the context of managing deliveries and purchase orders in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the integration of materials management (MM) and logistics.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Simultaneous Processing: The system is trying to process multiple purchase orders for delivery at the same time, which is not allowed due to system constraints or configuration settings.
  Locking Mechanism: There may be a locking mechanism in place that prevents simultaneous processing of certain transactions to avoid data inconsistencies.
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the simultaneous processing of purchase orders.
  Batch Processing: If you are using batch processing for deliveries, the system may not allow multiple purchase orders to be processed in the same batch.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can