How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE018 - Required data for product & does not exist in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Required data for product & does not exist in plant &

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to call up a product master record
whose accounting data has not yet been created for plant or
for which the specified valuation type has not yet been created

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?

Make sure your entries are correct.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE018 - Required data for product & does not exist in plant & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE018 indicates that there is missing required data for a product in a specific plant. This error typically occurs when trying to create or modify a product master record, and the system cannot find the necessary information for the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The product may not have been set up correctly in the system for the specified plant. This could include missing data in the material master, such as basic data, sales data, or plant-specific data.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The product may not be assigned to the specified plant, or the plant may not be valid for the product.
  Incomplete Configuration: Certain configurations or settings required for the product in the plant may not have been completed.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being pulled from another system or if there are issues with data synchronization, this could lead to missing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check if the product exists for the specified plant.
  Ensure that all required views (Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) are filled out correctly for the plant in question.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Material Master:
  
  If the product does not exist for the plant, you may need to create a new material master record (Transaction Code: MM01) or update the existing one (Transaction Code: MM02) to include the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the product is correctly assigned to the plant. Check the plant-specific data and make sure it is valid.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If there are specific configuration settings required for the product in the plant, ensure that these are completed. This may involve checking settings in the relevant modules (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for setting up products in your SAP environment to ensure compliance with business processes.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Synchronization Issues:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems, check for any data synchronization issues that may be causing the missing data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the required data or configurations, consult with colleagues or your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.