How To Fix WRF_PRC_POHF187 - Cannot execute mass change: different &1 in document &2 for material &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_POHF - Messages for Seasonal Purchase Order Processing

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Cannot execute mass change: different &1 in document &2 for material &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF187 - Cannot execute mass change: different &1 in document &2 for material &3 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF187 indicates that there is an issue with executing a mass change for purchase orders due to inconsistencies in the data. Specifically, the error message states that there are different values for a certain field (denoted as &1) in the purchase order document (&2) for a specific material (&3). This typically occurs when trying to perform mass changes on purchase orders that have conflicting or inconsistent data.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The most common cause of this error is that the purchase orders being processed have different values for a specific field (like vendor, price, delivery date, etc.) that should be uniform across the selected documents.
  Field Restrictions: Certain fields may have restrictions that prevent mass changes if they are not the same across all selected documents.
  Document Status: The status of the purchase orders may also affect the ability to perform mass changes. For example, if some documents are in a status that does not allow changes, this could trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selected Documents: Check the purchase orders you are trying to change. Ensure that the field in question (indicated by &1) has the same value across all selected documents. You may need to manually adjust the inconsistent entries.
  Filter Selection: If you are using a selection screen to choose documents for mass change, consider filtering your selection to only include documents that have the same value for the field in question.
  Check Document Status: Ensure that all purchase orders are in a status that allows for mass changes. If some documents are locked or in a status that prevents changes, you may need to address those issues first.
  Use Alternative Methods: If mass change is not feasible due to the inconsistencies, consider making changes to individual purchase orders instead.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or ME28 (Release Purchase Orders) to make individual changes if necessary.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on mass changes and the specific fields that can be modified in purchase orders.
  
  By addressing the inconsistencies in the data and ensuring that all selected documents meet the criteria for mass changes, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the mass change.