How To Fix 06708 - Agreement with supplying plant not allowed here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Agreement with supplying plant not allowed here

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06708 - Agreement with supplying plant not allowed here ?

  The SAP error message "06708 Agreement with supplying plant not allowed here" typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the agreement or contract related to the supplying plant in the system. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Vendor Agreement: The vendor agreement or purchasing info record may not be set up correctly for the supplying plant.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant may not be authorized to procure materials from the specified vendor or supplying plant.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the material master, vendor master, or purchasing info records.
  Purchasing Organization Issues: The purchasing organization may not be linked correctly to the supplying plant or vendor.
  Contract Type Restrictions: The type of contract or agreement may not allow for procurement from the specified plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Vendor Agreement: Verify that the vendor agreement is correctly set up for the supplying plant. Ensure that the purchasing info record exists and is valid.
  Review Plant Settings: Check the settings for the plant in the system to ensure it is allowed to procure from the specified vendor.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the material master and vendor master records are complete and accurate. Update any missing or incorrect information.
  Validate Purchasing Organization: Confirm that the purchasing organization is correctly assigned to the plant and that it has the necessary authorizations.
  Contract Review: If a contract is involved, review the terms and conditions to ensure that they allow for procurement from the specified plant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to investigate the purchase order details.
  Master Data Maintenance: Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) and XK02 (Change Vendor) to maintain master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Authorization Checks: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions related to the vendor and plant.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.