How To Fix 88717 - Article & & weight-dep.fee, rec.partner fraction not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Article & & weight-dep.fee, rec.partner fraction not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88717 - Article & & weight-dep.fee, rec.partner fraction not found ?

  The SAP error message 88717, which states "Article & & weight-dep.fee, rec.partner fraction not found," typically occurs in the context of pricing and conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with weight-dependent fees in the sales and distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a relevant condition record for the specified article (material) and the weight-dependent fee for the given business partner (customer or vendor).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The most common cause is that there are no condition records set up for the weight-dependent fee for the specified article and business partner.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to handle weight-dependent fees.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the article or the business partner.
  Incorrect Weight Data: The weight data for the article may not be correctly maintained, leading to issues in calculating the fee.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) and create the necessary condition records for the weight-dependent fee for the specific article and business partner.
  Ensure that the condition type used for weight-dependent fees is correctly defined in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the pricing procedure in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control).
  Ensure that the weight-dependent fee condition type is included in the pricing procedure and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the article and the business partner to ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the weight of the article is correctly defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  If possible, test the transaction with different articles or business partners to see if the issue is isolated to specific records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional insights on handling weight-dependent fees and pricing conditions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  VK13: Display Condition Record
  SPRO: Access to SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Condition Types: Familiarize yourself with the condition types used for weight-dependent fees in your SAP system.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the SD module for further assistance.