CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE817 - Supplier & and GTIN & is not unique for alt. unit of measure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Supplier & and GTIN & is not unique for alt. unit of measure &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE817 - Supplier & and GTIN & is not unique for alt. unit of measure & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE817 indicates that there is a uniqueness issue with the combination of the supplier, GTIN (Global Trade Item Number), and alternative unit of measure in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a product or material master record, and the system finds that the specified combination already exists in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are already existing entries in the system for the same supplier, GTIN, and alternative unit of measure combination.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect GTIN or supplier information.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the uniqueness of these fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to check if the combination of supplier, GTIN, and alternative unit of measure already exists.
  If it does exist, you may need to update the existing record instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Verify the data you are entering for the supplier, GTIN, and alternative unit of measure. Ensure that there are no typos or incorrect values.
  If you are importing data, check the source data for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you believe that the data is correct and should not be causing a conflict, review the configuration settings in the material master or supplier master data to ensure that the uniqueness constraints are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on how to handle material master data and the specific error message.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, 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).
  Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is managed in SAP can help prevent such issues in the future.
  Data Governance: Implementing data governance practices can help maintain data integrity and prevent duplicates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE817 error and ensure that your supplier and product data is correctly maintained in SAP.