How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES277 - &1: Quantity is not updated; &2 is not an Internal/External type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 277

• Message text: &1: Quantity is not updated; &2 is not an Internal/External type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES277 - &1: Quantity is not updated; &2 is not an Internal/External type ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES277 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity not being updated due to the fact that the specified object (denoted by &2) is not recognized as an Internal or External type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Footprint Management (PFM) or similar modules where quantities and types are critical for processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object you are trying to update is not classified correctly as either an Internal or External type. This could be due to a configuration issue or incorrect data entry.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the object type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, they might not be handling the object types correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify the object type associated with &2. Ensure that it is correctly defined as either Internal