How To Fix 06468 - Item not assigned to a source of supply (function not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 468

• Message text: Item not assigned to a source of supply (function not possible)

What causes this issue?

No <GL:source_of_supply>source of supply</> has been defined for this
item. A source must be assigned before a <GL:purchase_order>purchase
order</> is generated.

How to fix this error?

Select the item and choose one of the following actions:
Search for a source using "Edit-> Assign source".
Display the details of the item and enter a source under "Sources of
supply".
If you are currently unable to assign a source to the item, you have
the option of storing the item as a <GL:purchase_requisition>purchase
requisition</> using the F13 key.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06468 - Item not assigned to a source of supply (function not possible) ?

  The SAP error message "06468 Item not assigned to a source of supply (function not possible)" typically occurs in the context of procurement processes, such as when trying to create a purchase order, a purchase requisition, or during the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) run. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid source of supply for the specified item.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Source of Supply: The item in question does not have an assigned source of supply, such as a vendor or a contract.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master record may not be set up correctly, lacking necessary purchasing information.
  Purchasing Info Record: There may be no purchasing info record created for the material and vendor combination.
  Material Status: The material may be blocked for purchasing or may have a status that prevents it from being procured.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The item may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material master record is correctly set up. Ensure that the purchasing view is maintained and that the relevant data is filled in.
  Create/Update Purchasing Info Record: If there is no purchasing info record for the material and vendor, create one. This can be done using transaction code ME11.
  Assign Source of Supply: If the item is not assigned to a vendor, you can assign a source of supply through the transaction ME01 (for source list) or ME11 (for purchasing info records).
  Review Purchase Requisition: If you are working with a purchase requisition, ensure that the requisition is correctly set up and that it references a valid source of supply.
  Check Material Status: Review the material status in the material master to ensure it is not blocked for purchasing.
  MRP Settings: If the error occurs during MRP, check the MRP settings for the material to ensure that it is correctly configured for procurement.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME03: Display Source List
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data, purchasing info records, and source lists.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchasing info records and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the item is properly assigned to a source of supply.