How To Fix 06722 - Material & not included in source list despite source list requirement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 722

• Message text: Material & not included in source list despite source list requirement

What causes this issue?

A source list requirement is defined for this plant. This means that
the source of supply must be entered in the source list of the
material/plant combination before you can procure this material using
this source of supply.

How to fix this error?

Check the plant you entered for the item.
Maintain the source of supply in the source list for this
material/plant combination:
Select the item.
Select <ZK>Environment -> Source list</>.
Enter the corresponding material and plant.
Maintain the data for the source of supply and then select <ZK>Save</>.
Select <ZK>Mark</> in order to get the data for the purchase order that
was created.
Exit the purchase order and restart the SAP ordering transaction.
Select <ZK>Check</>.
<ZH>Note</>
The SAP ordering transaction must be restarted for technical reasons so
that the system can read the source list entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06722 - Material & not included in source list despite source list requirement ?

  The SAP error message "06722 Material & not included in source list despite source list requirement" indicates that the system is unable to find a valid source list entry for a material that requires one. This typically occurs during procurement processes, such as when creating a purchase order or a purchase requisition.
  Cause:
  
  Source List Requirement: The material in question has been configured to require a source list, but there is no entry in the source list for that material.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may have settings that enforce the use of a source list.
  Source List Not Maintained: The source list for the material has not been maintained or is incomplete.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The source list may not be maintained for the specific plant where the material is being procured.
  Validity Period: The source list entry may have expired or is not valid for the date of the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Source List:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME01 (Create Source List) or ME02 (Change Source List).
  Enter the material number and the plant.
  Add or update the source list entries as necessary, ensuring that the vendor and validity dates are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master record.
  Check the purchasing view to see if the "Source List" indicator is set. If it is, ensure that a source list exists for the material.
  
  
  
  Review Source List Validity:
  
  Ensure that the source list entries are valid for the required time frame. If the validity period has expired, update it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Plant-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the source list is maintained for the specific plant where the material is being procured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or how to maintain the source list, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME02: Change Source List
  ME03: Display Source List
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Source List Configuration: Ensure that the source list is configured correctly in the system settings.
  Material Master Configuration: Review the configuration of the material master to ensure it aligns with procurement requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material can be procured as needed.