How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE528 - You cannot use the product & for retail (MAW1 missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 528

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

What causes this issue?

The product &V1& 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 or use transactions MM01, MM02, and MM03 for
extending, changing, and displaying industry products respectively.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE528 - You cannot use the product & for retail (MAW1 missing) ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE528 indicates that there is an issue with the product you are trying to use in a retail context. Specifically, the error states that the product cannot be used for retail because the "MAW1" (which refers to the retail-specific data) is missing.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the product in question does not have the necessary retail data maintained in the system. The MAW1 view is part of the material master data in SAP, which contains information relevant to retail operations, such as pricing, sales data, and other retail-specific attributes. If this data is not filled out or is incomplete, the system will prevent the use of the product in retail transactions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the MAW1 view of the material master for the product is properly maintained. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  
  
  
  Select the Material:
  
  Enter the material number for the product that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Select Views:
  
  Choose the "Retail" view (MAW1) from the list of views available.
  
  
  
  Maintain Required Fields:
  
  Fill in all the necessary fields in the MAW1 view. This may include retail-specific pricing, sales organization data, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required data, save the changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Re-test the Transaction:
  
  After updating the material master, try to perform the transaction again that initially caused the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: The material master in SAP consists of various views, each serving different purposes. The MAW1 view is specifically tailored for retail operations.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change material master data.
  Data Consistency: After making changes, it’s a good practice to check for data consistency across other relevant views (like MARA, MARC, etc.) to ensure that the product is fully set up for retail use.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for maintaining material master data to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in retail processes within SAP.