How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE635 - System error: invalid output from product unit conversion (Prd & Inv. &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 635

• Message text: System error: invalid output from product unit conversion (Prd & Inv. &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE635 - System error: invalid output from product unit conversion (Prd & Inv. &) ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE635 indicates that there is an issue with the product unit conversion during a process involving product and inventory management. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid output while trying to convert units of measure for a product.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure (UoM) Configuration: The units of measure for the product may not be properly defined or configured in the system.
  Missing Conversion Factors: There may be missing or incorrect conversion factors between different units of measure for the product.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the product, such as in the material master or the unit of measure settings.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be causing unexpected behavior during the unit conversion process.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using that affect unit conversion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check the unit of measure settings for the affected product.
  Ensure that all necessary units of measure are defined and that conversion factors are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Conversion Factors:
  
  In the material master, verify that the conversion factors between different units of measure are correctly defined.
  If necessary, update or add the missing conversion factors.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like MM02 to make necessary corrections.
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it handles unit conversions correctly.
  Debug the process to identify where the invalid output is being generated.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error message.
  Apply any recommended fixes or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM01 (Create Material) are useful for checking and updating material master data.
  Unit of Measure Settings: Familiarize yourself with the settings in the SAP system related to units of measure, including the configuration in customizing (transaction SPRO).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and unit of measure handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE635 error in your SAP system.