How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE655 - INFO: Fields are read-only as you selected Product Type SERV.

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE655 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 655

• Message text: INFO: Fields are read-only as you selected Product Type SERV.

What causes this issue?

When you select the product type SERV, certain fields such as Industry
Standard Description, Storage conditions, and so on, become read-only.
This is expected system behavior and not an error.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE655 - INFO: Fields are read-only as you selected Product Type SERV. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE655 indicates that certain fields in the product master data are read-only because the selected product type is "SERV" (Service). This is a common scenario in SAP when dealing with different product types, as each type has specific attributes and fields that can be edited or are restricted based on the nature of the product.
  
  Cause:
  
  Product Type Restriction: The product type "SERV" is designed for service-related products, which typically do not require certain fields that are relevant for material products (like stock levels, weight, etc.). As a result, some fields are set to read-only to prevent users from entering irrelevant data.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may have been set up to restrict editing of certain fields for service products.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Product Type: Ensure that you are using the correct product type for your needs. If you need to enter data in the fields that are read-only, consider whether