How To Fix M&896 - Program error (no save module defined for object type &1)

M&896 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M& -

• Message number: 896

• Message text: Program error (no save module defined for object type &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M&896 - Program error (no save module defined for object type &1) ?

  The SAP error message M&896, which states "Program error (no save module defined for object type &1)," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or related modules when the system attempts to save data for a specific object type but cannot find a corresponding save module defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Save Module: The primary cause of this error is that there is no save module defined for the object type specified in the error message. This can happen if the object type is custom or if there has been a configuration issue.
  Custom Development: If there has been custom development or modifications to the standard SAP processes, it may lead to this error if the necessary save logic is not implemented.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the relevant customizing settings can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Identify the object type indicated in the error message (replace &1 with