How To Fix 06714 - No records found in reference source list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 714

• Message text: No records found in reference source list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06714 - No records found in reference source list ?

  The SAP error message "06714 No records found in reference source list" typically occurs when the system is unable to find any entries in the source list for a material that you are trying to process. This can happen in various transactions, such as when creating a purchase order or during material requirements planning (MRP).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Source List Entries: The most common cause is that there are no entries in the source list for the specified material and plant combination.
  Incorrect Material or Plant: The material number or plant specified may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Source List Not Maintained: The source list for the material may not have been maintained or updated.
  Validity Period: The entries in the source list may be outside of their validity period, meaning they are no longer active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the source list.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Source List Entries:
  
  Go to transaction code ME03 (Display Source List) and check if there are any entries for the material and plant in question.
  If there are no entries, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Source List:
  
  If the source list is missing, you can create it using transaction code ME01 (Maintain Source List).
  Ensure that you enter the correct material number, plant, and vendor information.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant:
  
  Double-check that you are using the correct material number and plant in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the source list entries are within their validity period. If they have expired, you may need to update the validity dates.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the source list.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Source List: The source list is a list of approved vendors for a material and is used in procurement processes to determine where to source materials from.
  Material Master: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, as it can affect the source list.
  Purchasing Info Records: Sometimes, purchasing info records (transaction code ME11) can also provide relevant information regarding vendors and pricing for materials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message "06714 No records found in reference source list" and proceed with your SAP transactions.