How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE411 - The product cannot be locked when you create it with a reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 411

• Message text: The product cannot be locked when you create it with a reference

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

You are creating a product using a reference product, and want to lock
the product you are creating. This is not possible.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Finish creating the product and save it.
Access the transaction to change a product and lock the product there.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE411 - The product cannot be locked when you create it with a reference ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE411 indicates that the system is unable to lock a product when you attempt to create it using a reference. This typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product creation or modification in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Access: The product you are trying to create or modify may already be locked by another user or process. SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  
  Reference Product Issues: If you are creating a product based on a reference product, there may be issues with the reference itself, such as it being locked or not being in a valid state for reference.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in your SAP system that affect how product locking is handled.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing locks on the product you are trying to create. If you find that another user or process has locked the product, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user to resolve the issue.
  
  
  Review Reference Product: Ensure that the reference product you are using is not locked and is in a valid state. You can check the status of the reference product in the product master data.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: After confirming that there are no locks on the product or reference, try to create the product again.
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or configurations that may be causing the locking problem.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to product master data management and locking mechanisms to better understand how these processes work.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly create and manage product data to minimize locking issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.