How To Fix 88486 - No versions of fraction composition exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 486

• Message text: No versions of fraction composition exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88486 - No versions of fraction composition exist ?

  The SAP error message "88486 No versions of fraction composition exist" typically occurs in the context of working with materials that have a fraction composition in the SAP system, particularly in the SAP ERP or SAP S/4HANA environments. This error indicates that the system cannot find any valid versions of the fraction composition for the material you are trying to work with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fraction Composition: The most common cause of this error is that the material in question does not have any defined fraction compositions in the system.
  Inactive or Deleted Versions: There may be versions of the fraction composition that are inactive or have been deleted, leading to the absence of valid entries.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the material master or the related settings that prevent the system from recognizing the fraction composition.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the fraction composition data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material in question has a fraction composition defined. You can do this by navigating to the material master record and checking the relevant views.
  Create or Update Fraction Composition: If no fraction composition exists, you may need to create one. This can typically be done in the material master under the appropriate tab (e.g., Basic Data, Classification).
  Check Version Status: If there are existing versions, ensure that they are active and not marked for deletion. You may need to reactivate or create a new version if necessary.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify the fraction composition data. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing fraction compositions in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to access the material master and check the fraction composition.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the fraction composition is correctly set up for the material in question.