How To Fix 88716 - Article & &: internal fraction not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 716

• Message text: Article & &: internal fraction not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88716 - Article & &: internal fraction not found ?

  The SAP error message 88716, which states "Article & &: internal fraction not found," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when the system is unable to find a specific internal fraction for an article (material) in the database. This can happen for various reasons, including data inconsistencies, missing configurations, or issues with the material master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Internal Fraction: The internal fraction for the specified article may not have been defined in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data or related tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle the specific article type or its fractions.
  Incorrect Article Number: The article number provided in the transaction may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify that the article exists and that all necessary data, including internal fractions, is