How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE539 - First maintain the generic product for the views required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 539

• Message text: First maintain the generic product for the views required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE539 - First maintain the generic product for the views required ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE539 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining a generic product in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a product in the SAP system, but the required generic product has not been maintained for the necessary views.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The generic product (often referred to as a "template" or "base product") has not been created or is incomplete.
  The specific views (such as sales, purchasing, or basic data views) that are required for the product you are trying to maintain have not been set up for the generic product.
  There may be missing data or configurations that are necessary for the product to be processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain the Generic Product:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code for maintaining products (e.g., MM01 for creating a material or similar transaction for generic products).
  Ensure that the generic product is created and that all required views are maintained. This may include views like Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.
  
  
  
  Check Required Views:
  
  Identify which views are required for the specific product you are trying to maintain. This information can usually be found in the product documentation or by consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  Make sure that these views are filled out correctly for the generic product.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that all mandatory fields in the required views are filled out. Missing mandatory fields can lead to errors.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the data that might prevent the product from being saved.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the generic product and its views.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining generic products and the required views.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on product master data management in SAP to better understand the processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE539 error and successfully maintain your product in SAP.