How To Fix C2284 - Master data in reference order are no longer current

C2284 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Master data in reference order are no longer current

What causes this issue?

The master data in the reference order were changed by an OCM-relevant
process.

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?

To update the master data in the reference order, execute the function
'Read Master Data'.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

C2284 - Details

• The SAP error message C2284, which states "Master data in reference order are no longer current," typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction that references master data (such as materials, vendors, or customers) that has been marked as inactive or obsolete in the system. This can happen in various modules, including Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), or Production Planning (PP).
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Master Data: The master data (e.g., material, vendor, customer) referenced in the order has been set to inactive or has been deleted.
  Data Changes: Changes in the master data status, such as a change in the validity period or a change in the status of the material (e.g., from active to inactive).
  Data Archiving: The master data may have been archived, making it unavailable for current transactions.
  Reference Order Issues: The order you are trying to process may reference a master data record that is no longer valid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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