How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING141 - Marketing type code not defined for major product code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Marketing type code not defined for major product code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING141 - Marketing type code not defined for major product code & ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING141 Marketing type code not defined for major product code & typically indicates that there is a missing configuration related to the marketing type code for a specific major product code in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where product and marketing data are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The marketing type code has not been defined for the specified major product code in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the major product code or marketing type code.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the product may not be fully maintained, leading to missing associations between product codes and marketing types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Marketing Type Code:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO).
  Go to the section where marketing types are defined and ensure that the marketing type code is created for the specified major product code.
  If it does not exist, create a new entry for the marketing type code associated with the major product code.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the major product code to ensure that all necessary fields, including marketing type, are filled out correctly.
  If the major product code is new, ensure that it has been properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entry for both the major product code and the marketing type code to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to configure marketing types and product codes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, MM02 for material master changes, or SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration or master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the marketing type code is properly defined for the major product code in your SAP system.