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How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_ALLOC147 - Unknown attribute for product; contact your system administrator


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CRM_MKTPL_ALLOC - Message Marketing Planning Allocation

  • Message number: 147

  • Message text: Unknown attribute for product; contact your system administrator

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_ALLOC147 - Unknown attribute for product; contact your system administrator ?

    The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_ALLOC147 indicates that there is an issue with an unknown attribute for a product in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) marketing planning. This error typically arises when the system encounters a product attribute that it does not recognize or that has not been properly defined in the system.

    Causes:

    1. Missing or Incorrect Attribute Definition: The attribute in question may not be defined in the system or may have been incorrectly configured.
    2. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing values or incorrect data types for the attributes.
    3. Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be properly integrated or may reference attributes that do not exist.
    4. Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the attributes may not have been included or properly activated in the target environment.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Attribute Definition:

      • Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction SPRO) and verify that the attribute is defined correctly.
      • Ensure that the attribute is active and properly assigned to the product type.
    2. Data Validation:

      • Review the product data to ensure that all required attributes are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
      • Use transaction SE11 to check the database table structure and ensure that the attribute exists.
    3. Review Custom Code:

      • If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is referencing the correct attributes.
      • Check for any recent changes that may have affected the attribute definitions.
    4. Transport Management:

      • If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
      • Re-import the transport if necessary, or manually create the missing attributes in the target system.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP CRM you are using for any known issues or updates regarding product attributes.
    6. Contact SAP Support:

      • If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SPRO (Customizing), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
    • SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CRM_MKTPL_ALLOC147 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
    • Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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