How To Fix PROD_SUBSTN004 - Product cannot be blank

PROD_SUBSTN004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROD_SUBSTN - Messages for Product Substitution

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Product cannot be blank

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PROD_SUBSTN004 - Details

• The SAP error message PROD_SUBSTN004 ("Product cannot be blank") typically occurs in the context of product substitution or when trying to create or update a product-related record in SAP. This error indicates that a required field for the product is not filled in, which is essential for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Product Information: The product field is not populated in the transaction or screen you are working on.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that requires certain fields to be filled out, and the product field is one of them.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently left the product field blank or may have made a mistake in the data entry process.
  Integration Issues: If you are integrating with other systems, there may be issues with data transfer that result in missing product information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the product field is filled in