How To Fix 881232 - Article &1 variant &2 still has references without company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Article &1 variant &2 still has references without company code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881232 - Article &1 variant &2 still has references without company code ?

  The SAP error message 881232 indicates that there is an issue with an article (material) and its variant in the system. Specifically, it means that the article and its variant are still referenced in the system without an associated company code. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to delete or archive an article or when performing certain operations that require a company code to be defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Company Code: The article and its variant are set up in the system but do not have a company code assigned to them.
  References in Other Objects: The article or its variant may still be referenced in other objects or transactions that require a company code.
  Incomplete Data: The master data for the article or variant may be incomplete, leading to this error when trying to perform certain actions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Company Code:
  
  Navigate to the material master data (transaction code MM02).
  Enter the article number and select the appropriate views (e.g., Accounting, Sales, etc.).
  Ensure that a valid company code is assigned to the article and its variant.
  
  
  
  Check References:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check for any references to the article and its variant in other tables.
  Look for any dependent objects that may still be linked to the article without a company code.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive:
  
  If the article is no longer needed, ensure that all references are removed before attempting to delete or archive it.
  Use transaction code MM06 to mark the material for deletion, ensuring that all necessary checks are performed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material master data management for additional guidance on handling articles and variants.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM02 (Change Material), MM06 (Mark Material for Deletion), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser).
  Tables: Check relevant tables such as MARA (General Material Data), MARC (Plant Data for Material), and MBEW (Material Valuation) for any inconsistencies.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error message 881232 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your article and its variant are correctly configured in the SAP system.