How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE827 - You cannot use the reference product for retail. MAW1 entry missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 827

• Message text: You cannot use the reference product for retail. MAW1 entry missing.

What causes this issue?

The reference product has been created with the product master for
industry. This cannot be used in retail.

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?

Choose a retail specific record to use as reference product.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE827 - You cannot use the reference product for retail. MAW1 entry missing. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE827 indicates that there is an issue with using a reference product for retail in the system. Specifically, it suggests that a necessary entry in the MAW1 table (which is related to the material master data for retail) is missing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing MAW1 Entry: The error typically arises when the system is trying to reference a product that does not have the required retail-specific data in the MAW1 table. This table contains information related to retail products, such as pricing and sales data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The product may not be configured correctly for retail use, or it may not be set up as a retail product in the material master.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the product, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check MAW1 Table: 
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or