How To Fix MI_BADI016 - Error occurred when closing the job; error code = &1

MI_BADI016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI_BADI - Messages for the IMG (BADI)

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error occurred when closing the job; error code = &1

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MI_BADI016 - Details

• The SAP error message MI_BADI016, which states "Error occurred when closing the job; error code = &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the execution of a background job, particularly in the area of Material Management (MM) or Inventory Management (IM). This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the BAdI (Business Add-In) implementation.
  Possible Causes:
  
  BAdI Implementation Issues: If there is a custom BAdI implementation that is not functioning correctly, it may lead to this error when the job attempts to close.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistent or incorrect data in the relevant tables can cause the job to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required by the job.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to the job or the processes it is