How To Fix M7888 - Transaction/event type & does not exist


M7888 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

  • Message number: 888

  • Message text: Transaction/event type & does not exist

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  • What causes this issue?

    The system was not able to find the
    <GL:transaction/event_type>transaction/event type</> you entered.

    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?

    INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
    If you do not know the transaction /event type, press <LS>F4</>
    (possible entries) in the <LS>transaction/event type</> field.
    You can also check whether the desired transaction/event type has been
    maintained for the number ranges.
    <DS:TRAN.OMBT>Display number range groups</>

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7888 - Transaction/event type & does not exist ?
    The SAP error message M7888, which states "Transaction/event type & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when the system cannot find a specified transaction or event type in the configuration. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing entries, or issues with the master data.
    Causes:
    
    Missing Configuration: The transaction/event type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
    Incorrect Input: The transaction/event type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
    Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the transaction/event type.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified transaction/event type.
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Check Configuration:
    
    Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and verify if the transaction/event type is defined.
    For example, if you are dealing with inventory management,

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