How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE178 - Inventory management is not defined for the follow-up product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Inventory management is not defined for the follow-up product

What causes this issue?

You have specified a follow-up product for whose product type inventory
management is not defined. This is not allowed.

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?

Specify a follow-up product for whose product type inventory management
is defined.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE178 - Inventory management is not defined for the follow-up product ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE178 indicates that inventory management is not defined for a follow-up product in the system. This typically occurs in scenarios where a product is being processed in a follow-up transaction (like a sales order or production order) but the necessary inventory management settings have not been configured for that product.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inventory Management Configuration: The follow-up product does not have inventory management settings defined in the system. This could be due to the product not being set up correctly in the material master.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type of the follow-up product may not allow for inventory management.
  Product Lifecycle: The product may be in a phase where inventory management is not applicable (e.g., a draft or inactive status).
  Incorrect Product Reference: The follow-up product may not be correctly linked to the original product or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the settings for the follow-up product.
  Ensure that the relevant views (like Basic Data, Sales, and Plant Data) are properly maintained, especially the Inventory Management view.
  
  
  
  Define Inventory Management:
  
  If the product is new, ensure that it is created with the appropriate material type that supports inventory management.
  If necessary, create or update the material master record to include inventory management settings.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Check if the material type assigned to the follow-up product allows for inventory management. If not, consider changing the material type or creating a new material with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Check Product Status:
  
  Ensure that the product is active and not in a draft or inactive state that would prevent inventory management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization’s setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the follow-up transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM01 (Create Material).
  Material Types: Familiarize yourself with the different material types in your SAP system and their implications for inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.