How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE521 - The reference product has a different product type

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE521 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 521

• Message text: The reference product has a different product type

What causes this issue?

The reference product has a different material type than the product to
be created.

System Response

If you have not entered the reference product directly, the reference
product from the
<DS:GLOS.material_group>product group</> is used as the reference
product.

How to fix this error?

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

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_MESSAGE521 - The reference product has a different product type ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE521 indicates that there is a mismatch in the product types between the reference product and the product you are trying to create or modify. This typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with product master data in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Different Product Types: The reference product you are trying to use has a different product type than the one you are currently working with. For example, you might be trying to create a variant of a product that is of a different category (e.g., finished goods vs. raw materials).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce strict type matching for product references.
  Data Integrity Issues: The product master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in product types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Types: Verify the product type of the reference product and the product you are trying to create or