/SAPAPO/CONFR_CFGREL501 - Produkt &1: Reference to configuration, although not configurable

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CONFR_CFGREL -

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Produkt &1: Reference to configuration, although not configurable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR_CFGREL501 - Produkt &1: Reference to configuration, although not configurable ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR_CFGREL501 indicates that there is a reference to a configuration for a product that is not set up as configurable in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with configurable products and their configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Non-configurable Product: The product in question is not defined as a configurable product in the system, but there is an attempt to reference a configuration for it.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data setup for the product, such as missing configuration profiles or incorrect settings.
  Planning Object Structure: The planning object structure may not be correctly defined to handle configurable products.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Configuration:
  
  Verify that the product is indeed set up as a configurable product in the system. This can be done by checking the product master data in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the configuration profile is correctly assigned to the product.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system and ensure that the product is marked as configurable if it should be.
  If the product is not meant to be configurable, remove any references to configurations in the planning or master data.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If there are discrepancies in the master data, update the product master data to ensure it aligns with the intended configuration settings.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the configuration profiles or dependencies.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Object Structure:
  
  Review the planning object structure to ensure it is set up to handle configurable products correctly.
  Make adjustments as necessary to accommodate the product's configuration requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling configurable products and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like C223 (for configuration profiles) or C201 (for configurable materials) to review and edit configuration settings.
  APO Configuration: Ensure that the APO system is properly configured to handle configurable products, including any necessary settings in the APO master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or support team for further assistance.