How To Fix M7881 - Enter a document number or a list scope

M7881 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 881

• Message text: Enter a document number or a list scope

What causes this issue?

The data that you entered is insufficient for selection.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7881 - Enter a document number or a list scope ?

  The SAP error message M7881, which states "Enter a document number or a list scope," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or document processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires either a specific document number or a defined scope for a list of documents to proceed with the operation you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Number: The user has not entered a document number when the system expects one.
  Undefined List Scope: The user may be trying to execute a function that requires a defined scope (like a range of documents) but has not provided it.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may not be appropriate for the action being performed.
  User Input Error: There may be a simple oversight in the input fields where the user has not filled in the required information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Document Number: If the operation requires a specific document number, ensure