How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT287 - Configurable product &1 referenced by product &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Configurable product &1 referenced by product &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT287 - Configurable product &1 referenced by product &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT287 Configurable product &1 referenced by product &2 not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the configuration of products in the system. This error indicates that a configurable product (often a variant of a base product) that is referenced by another product cannot be found in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configurable Product: The configurable product (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Product Reference: The product (indicated by &2) is trying to reference a configurable product that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect configuration settings or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Transport Issues: If the product was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary configurable product data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Product Existence: Verify that the configurable product (&1) exists in the system. You can do this by checking the product master data in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction /SAPAPO/MAT1).
  Create Configurable Product: If the configurable product does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that all necessary characteristics and values are defined.
  Review Product Configuration: Check the configuration of the product (&2) to ensure that it correctly references the existing configurable product. You can do this in the product master data.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CCMS or similar tools.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to configurable products and APO to ensure that all settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master data, /SAPAPO/CCMS for monitoring, and /SAPAPO/MC62 for checking configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to configurable products and APO.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your master data management practices are robust to prevent such issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.