How To Fix /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES116 - No valid target product was found for automatic product change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: No valid target product was found for automatic product change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES116 - No valid target product was found for automatic product change ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES116 No valid target product was found for automatic product change typically occurs in the context of product change management within SAP, particularly when dealing with automatic product changes in the Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) environment. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid target product for the specified automatic product change process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Target Product: The target product that you are trying to change to may not exist in the system or may not be properly defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the product change process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to identify a valid target product.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or product data that prevent the system from recognizing the target product.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target product or perform the product change.
  Inactive Product: The target product may be inactive or not available for the specified change process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Target Product: Check if the target product exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant product master data transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master) and confirming that the product is defined and active.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the product change process in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that the automatic product change settings are correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the product master data. You may need to run reports or use transaction codes like SE16N to check the relevant tables.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the product change. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Activate Product: If the target product is inactive, you may need to activate it or ensure that it is available for the product change process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to product change management and automatic product changes for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.