How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE281 - Unknown status '&1' for GTIN &2, product &3, and unit of measure &4

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE281 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Unknown status '&1' for GTIN &2, product &3, and unit of measure &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE281 - Unknown status '&1' for GTIN &2, product &3, and unit of measure &4 ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE281 indicates that there is an issue with the status of a product in relation to its Global Trade Item Number (GTIN). This error typically arises in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product drafts or changes in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system encounters an unknown status for a specific GTIN, product, and unit of measure. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Status: The status associated with the GTIN is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, a missing configuration, or an incorrect status being assigned.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the product master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize certain statuses, especially if custom statuses have been implemented.
  Integration Issues: If the product data is being