How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE200 - & products to be processed; program will run in the background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: & products to be processed; program will run in the background

What causes this issue?

Products are to be processed. With this number, processing may terminate
in online mode due to a timeout. For this reason, the system
automatically processes the products in the background.

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?

If you nevertheless want the program to run in online mode, you must
cancel the "Execute in background" indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE200 - & products to be processed; program will run in the background ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE200 typically indicates that there are issues related to the processing of draft products in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation or processing of product drafts in SAP systems, particularly in modules related to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Material Management (MM).
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: The draft product may have missing or incomplete data that prevents it from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not correctly set up for handling draft products.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process draft products.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may not be able to process the request in real-time, leading to background processing.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard processing of draft products.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Review the draft product data to ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to product drafts in the relevant SAP modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process draft products. This can be done by checking user roles and permissions.
  Monitor System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the processing during off-peak hours or optimizing system performance.
  Debugging: If custom code is involved, debug the relevant programs to identify any issues that may be causing the error.
  Background Job Monitoring: Since the message indicates that the program will run in the background, monitor the background jobs in transaction SM37 to check for any errors or issues during processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and PLM-related transactions if applicable.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to product drafts and the specific module you are working with for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.