How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE518 - Products configurable; select the department classification

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE518 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Products configurable; select the department classification

What causes this issue?

The indicator
<DS:DE.KZKFG>Product is configurable</> is set for this product type.
This requires you to also select the user department <LS>Classification
</>. The system will otherwise cancel the indicator if you proceed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want products of this product type to be configurable, select the
user department <LS>Classification</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE518 - Details

• The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE518 typically occurs in the context of product configuration within SAP, particularly when dealing with configurable products. This error indicates that a department classification must be selected for the product being configured.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a configurable product without specifying a department classification. In SAP, department classifications are used to categorize products, and they are essential for various processes, including pricing, reporting, and inventory management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a department classification is selected for the configurable product. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Product Configuration Screen: Navigate to the area in SAP where you are configuring the product.
  
  
  Locate the Department Classification Field: Look for the field that allows you to select or enter the department classification. This may be labeled as "Department," "Classification," or something similar.
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Classification: Choose the correct department