How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE023 - Accounting data not maintained for reference product & in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Accounting data not maintained for reference product & in plant &

What causes this issue?

You have specified a reference product whose accounting data has not yet
been created in plant.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Make sure your entries are correct.
If your entry is wrong, correct it.
If your entry is correct, you must create the accounting data in plant
before you can use the product as a reference.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE023 - Accounting data not maintained for reference product & in plant & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE023 indicates that accounting data is not maintained for a reference product in a specific plant. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a product or material in SAP, and the system cannot find the necessary accounting information for that product in the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Accounting Data: The primary cause of this error is that the accounting data for the reference product has not been maintained in the system for the specified plant. This could happen if the product was created without the necessary accounting information or if the data was inadvertently deleted or not updated.
  
  
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The reference product may not be assigned to the correct plant, or the plant may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or accounting settings that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Accounting Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM02).
  Enter the reference product number and select the appropriate plant.
  Navigate to the Accounting view and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly (e.g., valuation class, price control, etc.).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Verify that the reference product is correctly assigned to the specified plant.
  If necessary, create a new material master record for the product in the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the material type and valuation area to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team if you suspect there are issues with the setup.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check the existing data for the reference product.
  Use transaction code OX10 to check the plant settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP is crucial. The material master contains various views, including Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, and Accounting, which need to be maintained for the material to function correctly in different processes.
  
  
  Valuation and Account Determination: Familiarize yourself with how SAP determines the accounts for materials based on valuation classes and how these are linked to the general ledger.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's help documentation can also provide insights into maintaining material master data.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management and accounting.