How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE079 - Ref. product & not maintained in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Ref. product & not maintained in plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE079 - Ref. product & not maintained in plant & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE079 typically indicates that a reference product is not maintained in the specified plant. This error often arises in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product variants or when trying to create or modify product-related data in a specific plant.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Product Data: The reference product has not been set up in the specified plant. This could mean that the product master data has not been created for that particular plant.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The reference product may exist, but it is not assigned to the plant you are trying to work with.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the product data across different plants, leading to this error when trying to access or modify the product in a specific plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP and verify if the reference product exists for the specified plant.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create the product master data for that plant.
  
  
  
  Maintain Product Data:
  
  If the product exists but is not maintained for the plant, you can maintain the necessary data by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for creating material, MM02 for changing material).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly for the plant in question.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Assignment:
  
  Check if the reference product is assigned to the correct plant. You can do this by reviewing the product's data in the system and ensuring that it is linked to the intended plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining product data and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing product data.
  Master Data Management: Understanding the principles of master data management in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.