How To Fix MB087 - The entry could not be made in table &

MB087 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MB - Logistics Information Library

• Message number: 087

• Message text: The entry could not be made in table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MB087 - The entry could not be made in table & ?

  The SAP error message MB087 ("The entry could not be made in table &") typically occurs during inventory management transactions, such as goods movements, when the system is unable to update a specific database table. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the current transaction from making an entry.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the specified table.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the entry from being made.
  Technical Issues: There could be a problem with the database itself, such as corruption or misconfiguration.
  Missing Configuration: Required configuration settings for the material or movement type may be missing or incorrect.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant tables. If you