How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE173 - Product for sales org. & and distr. channel & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Product for sales org. & and distr. channel & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE173 - Product for sales org. & and distr. channel & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE173 indicates that a product is not found for a specific sales organization and distribution channel. This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when trying to create or process sales documents (like sales orders, quotations, etc.) that reference a product that is not properly configured or does not exist in the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  Cause:
  
  Product Not Created: The product may not have been created in the system for the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  Incorrect Configuration: The product might exist, but it is not configured for the specific sales organization or distribution channel.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or sales views.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the product in the specified context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Existence:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check if the product exists for the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  Ensure that the sales views are maintained for the product.
  
  
  
  Maintain Sales Data:
  
  If the product does not exist for the specified sales organization and distribution channel, you need to create or maintain the product data.
  Use transaction code MM01 to create a new material or MM02 to change an existing material and ensure that the sales organization and distribution channel data are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for any inconsistencies or missing information.
  Ensure that the sales organization and distribution channel are correctly assigned in the sales area data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product and perform the required actions.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate further, as there may be underlying configuration issues or data migration problems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that all relevant master data (material master, customer master, etc.) is correctly maintained and up to date.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.