How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE108 - You have not yet assigned a configurable product to the product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: You have not yet assigned a configurable product to the product

What causes this issue?

You wanted to configure the product, but have not yet assigned a
configurable product to it.

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?

First assign a configurable product to the product.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE108 - You have not yet assigned a configurable product to the product ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE108 indicates that a configurable product has not been assigned to a product in the system. This error typically arises in the context of product configuration in SAP, particularly when dealing with variant configuration or when creating or managing products in the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP S/4HANA environments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The primary cause of this error is that the product you are trying to work with has not been linked to a configurable product. This means that the system does not recognize the product as having any configurable options or variants.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the product is set up in the system, such as missing master data or incorrect settings in the product configuration.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the relationship between the product and the configurable product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Configurable Product:
  
  Navigate to the product master data in SAP.
  Check the configuration settings for the product in question.
  Assign a valid configurable product to the product. This can typically be done in the product master data screen under the relevant tab for configurable products or variants.
  
  
  
  Check Product Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the product is set up correctly in the system. This includes checking the configuration profile, dependencies, and characteristics that define the configurable product.
  Make sure that all necessary fields are filled out and that there are no missing links in the product hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that all related master data (like BOMs, routing, etc.) is correctly set up and linked to the product.
  Ensure that the product type is appropriate for the configuration you are trying to implement.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up configurable products and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the product behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to product configuration in SAP to better understand the process and requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.