How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE421 - [Info] Messages refer to production versions of product &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 421

• Message text: [Info] Messages refer to production versions of product &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE421 - [Info] Messages refer to production versions of product &1 ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE421 typically indicates an issue related to production versions of a product in the SAP system. This message is often encountered in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with production versions in the Material Master.
  Cause:
  The error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE421 usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Production Version: The specified product does not have a valid production version assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the production version, such as missing or incorrect data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the production version.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the product or its production versions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE421 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Production Versions:
  
  Navigate to the Material Master (transaction code MM03) and check if the production version exists for the specified product.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new production version (transaction code C202).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the production version is correctly configured with all necessary details, such as routing and bill of materials (BOM).
  Check if the production version is active and valid for the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify production versions. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that there are no data inconsistencies in the Material Master or related tables.
  You can use transaction codes like C223 or C223 to check for inconsistencies in production versions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on production versions and related error messages.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  C202: Create Production Version
  C223: Check Production Version Consistency
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE421 error in SAP.