06556 - Supplying plant & in agreement differs from supplying plant entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Supplying plant & in agreement differs from supplying plant entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06556 - Supplying plant & in agreement differs from supplying plant entered ?

  The SAP error message 06556, which states "Supplying plant & in agreement differs from supplying plant entered," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when there is a mismatch between the supplying plant specified in a sales order or purchase order and the plant defined in the relevant agreement (such as a contract or scheduling agreement).
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Plant Information: The plant specified in the sales order or purchase order does not match the plant defined in the associated agreement. This can happen if the agreement was created for a different plant or if the order was created with incorrect plant information.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when creating the order or agreement can lead to discrepancies.
  Changes in Master Data: If the master data (like material master or vendor master) has been changed after the agreement was created, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce certain rules regarding plant assignments that are not being adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Plant Information: Check the plant specified in the sales order or purchase order and compare it with the plant defined in the agreement. Ensure they match.
  Update the Order or Agreement: If there is a mismatch, you may need to either change the plant in the order to match the agreement or update the agreement to include the correct plant.
  Check Master Data: Review the material master and vendor master data to ensure that the correct plants are assigned and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult with Configuration Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to plant assignments in agreements and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like ME33K for contracts or VA03 for sales orders) to review the details of the agreements and orders.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), VA03 (Display Sales Order), and VA02 (Change Sales Order) to navigate and check the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to sales and distribution or materials management for further insights into agreements and plant assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.