How To Fix IN116 - Link is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IN - Object Networking

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Link is not defined

What causes this issue?

You can double-click on a link in the graphic to display the
master data of the link. You can extend a network interactively
in the change mode, and it is possible that a link may not have
been defined as in this case.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select the link and create the link master data with Edit ->
Modify. After you have done this, the link master data will be
displayed when you double-click on the link.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IN116 - Link is not defined ?

  The SAP error message IN116: Link is not defined typically occurs in the context of Inventory Management or related modules when the system cannot find a defined link for a specific transaction or process. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues, missing master data, or incorrect settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The link between different components (like material types, movement types, etc.) may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or other related master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary links.
  Movement Type Issues: If the movement type being used is not defined correctly or is not linked to the appropriate processes, this error can occur.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain links or transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and verify that the necessary links are defined for the relevant processes.
  Ensure that the movement types and other related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the material is active.
  Verify that the relevant views (like Sales, Purchasing, and Accounting) are maintained.
  
  
  
  Movement Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the movement type you are trying to use is defined in the system and is linked to the appropriate inventory processes.
  You can check this in the configuration under Inventory Management.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01, MM02, or MB1A to check or modify material master data and movement types.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IN116 error and implement a solution.