How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE112 - You are changing product group, but product already used by purchasing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 112

• Message text: You are changing product group, but product already used by purchasing

What causes this issue?

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?

When changing the product group of a product that is already being used
by the purchasing department, you should note that:
The purchasing statistics show how much of a product group has already
been ordered. Unitl the change is made, the product is managed under the
old product group and therefore the old product group statistics are
updated. From the moment the change is made, the new product group's
statistics are updated.
Some purchase orders may derive from contracts with item categories
referring to product groups. If this is the case, the product cannot be
used after the change has been made.
Every purchase requisition is allocated to a release strategy that can
depend on the product group. A new release strategy may apply to a new
product group. Purchase requisitions that were created before the change
are subject to the old strategy; purchase requisitions that were created
after the change are subject to the new strategy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE112 - You are changing product group, but product already used by purchasing ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE112 indicates that you are attempting to change the product group of a product that is already being used in purchasing documents. This restriction is in place to maintain data integrity and ensure that changes do not disrupt existing purchasing processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You try to change the product group of a material that has already been referenced in purchasing documents (like purchase orders, contracts, etc.).
  The system prevents changes to certain attributes of a material that could affect existing transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Usage: Verify if the product is indeed being used in any purchasing documents. You can do this by checking the purchase orders, contracts, or any other related documents.
  
  
  Remove References: If possible, remove or close any purchasing documents that reference the product. This may involve:
  
  Deleting or changing purchase orders that are still open.
  Closing contracts or agreements that reference the product.
  
  
  
  Change Product Group: Once you have ensured that there are no active references to the product in purchasing documents, you can attempt to change the product group again.
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the product is actively used and cannot be removed from purchasing documents, consult with relevant stakeholders (like purchasing or inventory management teams) to determine if there is a need to change the product group or if an alternative solution can be found.
  
  
  Use a New Product: If changing the product group is essential, consider creating a new product with the desired product group and transitioning any purchasing documents to the new product.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on product master data management and the implications of changing product attributes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material) and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to navigate through material and purchasing data.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product master data and purchasing documents.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.