How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE412 - The product cannot be unlocked when you extend it using a reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 412

• Message text: The product cannot be unlocked when you extend it using a reference

What causes this issue?

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

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?

Finish extending the product and save it.
Access the transaction Change Product and unlock 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_MESSAGE412 - The product cannot be unlocked when you extend it using a reference ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE412 indicates that there is an issue with unlocking a product when you are trying to extend it using a reference. This error typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product extensions in SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Product Locking: The product you are trying to extend may be locked for editing. This can happen if another user is currently editing the product or if there are ongoing processes that prevent changes.
  
  
  Reference Product Issues: The reference product you are using for the extension may also be locked or may not be in a state that allows for extension.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the extension may not have the necessary authorizations to unlock the product or to perform the extension.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the