How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE347 - The cross-distribution-chain product status & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 347

• Message text: The cross-distribution-chain product status & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE347 - The cross-distribution-chain product status & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE347, which states "The cross-distribution-chain product status & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with cross-distribution-chain products in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Product Status: The product status that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This can happen if the product status was deleted or never created.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper recognition of the product status.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that manage product statuses.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the product status.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Status:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master) and check if the product status exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM01 for creating a material).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction under the relevant sections for product master data and distribution chains.
  Ensure that the product status is correctly defined and linked to the distribution chains.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the product master data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the relevant database tables for missing entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify product statuses.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to product master data and distribution chains for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  Tables: Check relevant tables like MARA (General Material Data), MVKE (Sales Data for Material), and others that may hold product status information.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.