How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE246 - No entry in required field & of header segment for product &

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: No entry in required field & of header segment for product &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE246 - No entry in required field & of header segment for product & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE246 typically indicates that there is a missing entry in a required field of the header segment for a product in the context of product master data or related processes. This error often arises when trying to create or update product information in SAP, particularly in the areas of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Material Management (MM).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The error suggests that one or more required fields in the header segment of the product data are not filled in. This could include fields like product type, product category, or other mandatory attributes.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define which fields are mandatory for product creation or updates, and these settings may not be aligned with the data being entered.
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the data being uploaded or entered, such as incorrect formats or invalid values, this can