How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE298 - product & in plant & is itself used as a ref. product for consumption

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 298

• Message text: product & in plant & is itself used as a ref. product for consumption

What causes this issue?

You wanted to assign a reference product for consumption to this
product. However, this is not possible since the product you are
processing is already a reference product for consumption for another
product.

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 want to assign a reference product for consumption to this
product, it must not be a reference product for consumption itself.
Note
To list the products for which the product you are processing is a
reference product for consumption, choose <LS>Environment -> List
referring matls</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE298 - product & in plant & is itself used as a ref. product for consumption ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE298 typically indicates that a product in a specific plant is being used as a reference product for consumption, which can lead to issues in the system when trying to perform certain operations, such as creating or modifying a draft product.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in scenarios where:
  
  The product in question is set up as a reference product for other products or materials.
  There are inconsistencies or conflicts in the product's configuration or usage within the system.
  The system is trying to perform an operation that is not allowed due to the product's current status or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Configuration: Review the configuration of the product in the specified plant. Ensure that it is correctly set up and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  Review Reference Usage: Identify where the product is being used as a reference. You may need to check other products that are consuming this reference product and ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  Modify Usage: If the product should not be used as a reference, consider changing its status or configuration to remove it from being a reference product.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling reference products and consumption.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependent objects or processes that are causing the conflict. This may involve checking for open transactions or other related products.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to product master data, such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.