How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE260 - Product & is not a retail product (MAW1 segment missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Product & is not a retail product (MAW1 segment missing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE260 - Product & is not a retail product (MAW1 segment missing) ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE260 indicates that the product in question is not recognized as a retail product because the required MAW1 segment is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with retail products in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing MAW1 Segment: The MAW1 segment contains essential information for retail products, such as retail-specific attributes. If this segment is missing, SAP cannot classify the product as a retail product.
  Incorrect Product Type: The product may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the classification issue.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the product master data that prevent the system from recognizing it as a retail product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP and verify if the MAW1 segment is present.
  If it is missing, you will need to add the necessary retail attributes to the product.
  
  
  
  Create or Update MAW1 Segment:
  
  If the MAW1 segment is not present, you can create it by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for creating a material or MM02 for changing a material).
  Ensure that you fill in all required fields in the MAW1 segment to classify the product as a retail product.
  
  
  
  Review Product Type:
  
  Ensure that the product type is set correctly. It should be a type that supports retail attributes.
  If the product type is incorrect, you may need to change it or create a new product with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any other missing segments or attributes that may be causing issues.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the database tables related to product master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the MAW1 segment and its required fields.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Modules: This error is typically related to the SAP MM (Materials Management) and SD (Sales and Distribution) modules, particularly in the context of retail.
  Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is structured in SAP is crucial for resolving issues related to product classification.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE260 and ensure that your product is correctly classified as a retail product in SAP.