How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE086 - Specified product already assigned to product type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Specified product already assigned to product type &

What causes this issue?

You have selected the function "Create special". However, the specified
product has already been assigned to a product type that is not the
product type defined for this function.

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?

Either select the function "Create general"
or select the function "Create special" which corresponds to the product
type to which the product has already been assigned.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE086 - Specified product already assigned to product type & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE086 indicates that a specified product is already assigned to a product type in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to assign a product to a product type that it is already associated with, or when there is an attempt to create a duplicate assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The product you are trying to assign is already linked to the specified product type.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, leading to an attempt to assign the same product to the same product type again.
  System Configuration: There might be a configuration issue in the product type settings or in the way products are managed in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Verify the current assignments of the product in question. You can do this by navigating to the product master data and checking the product type assignments.
  Avoid Duplicate Entries: Ensure that you are not trying to assign the product to the same product type multiple times. If the product is already assigned, you may not need to reassign it.
  Modify or Remove Existing Assignment: If you need to change the product type, you may need to first remove the existing assignment before assigning it to a new product type.
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for guidance on managing product types and assignments.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage product types and assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product assignments in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your product assignments effectively.