How To Fix COM_PRODUCT608 - Configuration simulation not possible for inactive products

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT - General Messages on Products

• Message number: 608

• Message text: Configuration simulation not possible for inactive products

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT608 - Configuration simulation not possible for inactive products ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT608 indicates that a configuration simulation cannot be performed for inactive products. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) module, where products need to be active in order to simulate configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Product: The primary cause of this error is that the product you are trying to simulate is marked as inactive in the system. Inactive products cannot be configured or simulated.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup for the product, such as missing or incorrect configuration profiles.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or simulate the product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Product:
  
  Navigate to the product master data in SAP.
  Check the status of the product and ensure it is set to active. You can do this by going to the transaction code CU50 (for configuration) or MM02 (for material master) and changing the status.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Profiles:
  
  Ensure that the configuration profiles for the product are correctly set up and active. You can check this in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and simulate the product. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or help resources for further troubleshooting steps related to the specific product and configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU50: Configuration simulation for variant configuration.
  MM02: Change material master data.
  CS01: Create Bill of Material (BOM) if needed for the product.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PRODUCT608 error and successfully perform configuration simulations for your products.