How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE551 - The pricing reference product does not yet exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 551

• Message text: The pricing reference product does not yet exist

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Use an existing pricing reference product or create the pricing
reference product specified here.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE551 - The pricing reference product does not yet exist ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE551, which states "The pricing reference product does not yet exist," typically occurs in the context of pricing and product management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with pricing conditions or product master data.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Product Master Data: The pricing reference product that you are trying to use in your pricing conditions does not exist in the system. This could be due to the product not being created or activated in the relevant master data tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Product Reference: The product reference you are trying to use may be incorrectly specified, leading the system to not find the corresponding product.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like a CRM or external databases), there may be synchronization issues that prevent the product data from being updated correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the product data, leading to the perception that the product does not exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Verify that the pricing reference product exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant product master data transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master) and checking if the product is listed.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Product:
  
  If the product does not exist, you will need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM01 for material creation). Ensure that all necessary data is filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Product Reference:
  
  Double-check the product reference you are using in your pricing conditions. Ensure that it is correctly specified and matches the product master data.
  
  
  
  Check Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems, ensure that the data synchronization processes are functioning correctly. You may need to run data synchronization jobs or check for errors in the integration.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and VK11 (Create Pricing Condition).
  Master Data Management: Understanding how product master data is managed in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Integration Points: If your SAP system interacts with other systems, understanding the integration points and data flow can help identify where the issue may be occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.