How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE057 - Reference product does not exist

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Reference product does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE057 - Reference product does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE057, which states "Reference product does not exist," typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product drafts or reference products in SAP systems like SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Reference Product: The reference product you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the product ID or the product not being created yet.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the product master data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the reference product.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration might not be set up correctly to recognize the reference product.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Product ID: Check the product ID you are