How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE840 - You have maintained Listing Procedure. Kindly maintain Reference &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 840

• Message text: You have maintained Listing Procedure. Kindly maintain Reference &.

What causes this issue?

You have maintained only <LS>Listing Procedure</>.

System Response

The application generates an error message and stops further processing.

How to fix this error?

For <LS>Purchasing Distribution Center</>, ensure that you specify the
relevant reference distribution center in the <LS>Distribution Centers
</> section.
For <LS>Purchasing Store</>, ensure that you specify the relevant
reference store in the <LS>Stores</> section.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE840 - You have maintained Listing Procedure. Kindly maintain Reference &. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE840 typically occurs in the context of maintaining a listing procedure for products in the SAP system. This error indicates that while you have set up a listing procedure, you have not maintained the necessary reference data that is required for the listing to function correctly.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A listing procedure has been defined for a product or a group of products.
  The system expects a reference (such as a reference product, reference pricing, or other related data) to be maintained, but it is missing or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Listing Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the listing procedure in SAP.
  Ensure that all required fields and settings are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Reference Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM41 for creating or changing material master data).
  Ensure that you have maintained the necessary reference data for the products involved in the listing procedure.
  This may include maintaining reference pricing, reference products, or other related attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Product Master Data:
  
  Check the product master data to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Look for any missing or incomplete entries that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to listing procedures and product master data for specific requirements and guidelines.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the listing procedure again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM41 - Create/Change Material Master
  MM42 - Change Material Master
  MM43 - Display Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the listing procedures and product master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE840 error and successfully maintain your listing procedure in SAP.