How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE527 - You cannot use the reference product for retail (MAW1 missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 527

• Message text: You cannot use the reference product for retail (MAW1 missing)

What causes this issue?

The reference product has been created with the product master for
industry, and cannot be used in retail.

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?

Choose a retail product as the reference product.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE527 - You cannot use the reference product for retail (MAW1 missing) ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE527 indicates that there is an issue with using a reference product for retail, specifically that the "MAW1" (which refers to the retail-specific data) is missing. This error typically arises in the context of creating or managing retail products in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Master Data for Retail (MDR) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing MAW1 Data: The primary cause of this error is that the reference product you are trying to use does not have the necessary retail data maintained in the MAW1 table. This table contains important information for retail products, such as sales data, pricing, and other retail-specific attributes.
  Incorrect Product Type: The product you are trying to reference may not be set up as a retail product in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper linkage of retail data to the product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check MAW1 Data: 
  
  Go to the transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number of the reference product.
  Check if the MAW1 view is available and if it contains the necessary data. If it is missing, you will need to maintain this data.
  
  
  
  Maintain Retail Data:
  
  If the MAW1 view is missing data, you can use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to add the required retail information.
  Ensure that all necessary fields in the MAW1 view are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Product Type:
  
  Ensure that the product you are trying to use as a reference is indeed a retail product. You can check this in the material master data.
  If it is not a retail product, you may need to create a new retail product or convert the existing product to a retail product.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect that there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the retail settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit the MAW1 data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Master Data for Retail (MDR) for a better understanding of how retail products are managed in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully use the reference product for retail.