How To Fix CRM_BSP_PROD209 - Product not ready for input; inactive product exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BSP_PROD - Messages for BSP Interface of CRM Product Master

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Product not ready for input; inactive product exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BSP_PROD209 - Product not ready for input; inactive product exists ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BSP_PROD209 indicates that the product you are trying to work with is not ready for input because there is an inactive product version that exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when dealing with product master data.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Product Version: The product you are trying to access has an inactive version in the system. This can happen if the product has been deactivated or if there are multiple versions of the product, and the one you are trying to access is not active.
  Product Status: The product may have a status that prevents it from being used in transactions or processes.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the product master data that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Status: 
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP and check the status of the product. Ensure that the product is active and ready for use.
  You can do this by navigating to the product in the CRM system and checking its status in the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Activate the Product:
  
  If the product is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the product master data maintenance transaction (e.g., using transaction code CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H).
  Ensure that all necessary data is filled out and that the product meets the criteria for activation.
  
  
  
  Check for Multiple Versions:
  
  If there are multiple versions of the product, ensure that you are working with the correct version. You may need to delete or deactivate the inactive version if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the product master data to identify any issues that may be causing the error. This can help you find and resolve any underlying data issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on managing product master data and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for product master data management, such as CRMD_ORDER, CRMD_ORDERADM_H, or MM01 (for material master).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify product master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.