How To Fix CMD_PROD_HIER_MSG008 - Product & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_PROD_HIER_MSG - Messages for Product Hierarchy

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Product & does not exist.

What causes this issue?

Product does not exist.

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?

Specify an existing product in order to assign hierarchy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_PROD_HIER_MSG008 - Product & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message CMD_PROD_HIER_MSG008, which states "Product & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of product hierarchy management or when dealing with product master data in SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified product in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Product Not Created: The product may not have been created in the system yet.
  Incorrect Product ID: The product ID entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Product Deletion: The product may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the product not being available in the current system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the product.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Product Existence:
  
  Check if the product exists in the system by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or CMM1 (Display Product).
  Ensure that the product ID is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Create the Product:
  
  If the product does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., MM01 for creating a material).
  
  
  
  Check Product Status:
  
  If the product was deleted or marked inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new product.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like CRM or external databases), ensure that the data is synchronized properly. You may need to run data synchronization jobs or check for errors in the integration process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to product hierarchy and master data management for additional insights.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, CMM1, and CMM2 for managing product data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.