How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE297 - & is already a follow-up product in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 297

• Message text: & is already a follow-up product in plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE297 - & is already a follow-up product in plant & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE297 typically indicates that there is an issue related to product master data, specifically concerning the status of a product in a particular plant. The message suggests that the product you are trying to create or modify is already defined as a follow-up product in the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Follow-Up Product: The product you are trying to create or modify is already linked as a follow-up product to another product in the system. This means that the system recognizes it as a derivative or successor of an existing product.
  Data Integrity: There may be data integrity issues where the product master data is not aligned correctly, leading to conflicts in the product hierarchy.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the material master or product hierarchy that are causing this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Status: Verify the status of the product in the material master. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and checking if it is marked as a follow-up product.
  Review Follow-Up Product Settings: If the product is indeed a follow-up product, ensure that the settings are correct. You may need to adjust the product hierarchy or the relationships between products.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to product master data and follow-up products to understand the implications of this status.
  Data Correction: If the product should not be a follow-up product, you may need to correct the data in the system. This could involve changing the product type or removing the follow-up designation.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific configuration and setup of your SAP environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage product data.
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views in the material master (Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) that may affect how products are treated in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.