How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE355 - The reference product & does not exist

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE355 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 355

• Message text: The reference product & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE355 - The reference product & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE355, which states "The reference product & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product drafts or references in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Product: The error indicates that the system is trying to reference a product that does not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  The product ID being incorrectly entered.
  The product not being created or activated in the system.
  The product being deleted or archived.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in related tables or incorrect configurations.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the product data.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Product ID: Check the product ID that is being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the