How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE435 - &: & The product ledger still has to be settled

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE435 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 435

• Message text: &: & The product ledger still has to be settled

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.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Settle the product ledger. You can then archive the product.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE435 - Details

• The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE435 typically indicates that there are pending transactions or entries in the product ledger that need to be settled before you can proceed with the operation you are attempting. This error is often encountered in the context of product costing or inventory management, particularly when dealing with draft documents or product ledger entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsettled Product Ledger Entries: The primary cause of this error is that there are still open or unsettled entries in the product ledger. This could be due to various reasons, such as incomplete transactions, pending postings, or issues with previous settlements.
  Incomplete Processes: If there are processes that have not been completed (e.g., goods movements, production orders), the system may prevent further actions until these are resolved.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in SAP related to product costing or inventory management may lead to this error if they are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Ledger: