How To Fix CPE702 - Prefix '&1' is permitted for master data entries only

CPE702 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE - Commodity Pricing Engine

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Prefix '&1' is permitted for master data entries only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE702 - Prefix '&1' is permitted for master data entries only ?

  The SAP error message CPE702, which states "Prefix '&1' is permitted for master data entries only," typically occurs in the context of data entry or data processing within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with master data. This error indicates that the system has encountered a prefix in the data entry that is not allowed for transactional data but is only permitted for master data entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The prefix used in the entry does not conform to the expected format for transactional data. For example, certain prefixes may be reserved for specific types of master data (like customers, vendors, or materials).
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict certain prefixes to master data only, and the entry being processed is not recognized as master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system, the prefixes used may not align with the SAP system's requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Prefix: Review