How To Fix 06727 - A different source of supply is the fixed source for this date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 727

• Message text: A different source of supply is the fixed source for this date

What causes this issue?

The <GL><GL:source_list>source list</> specifies a different <GL>
<GL:source_of_supply>source of supply</> (supplier, outline agreement,
or plant) for the material for this date than the supplier entered. This
means that the material is to be procured only from the source shown in
the source list at this point in time.
The source has the number:
&V1& &V2& &V3& &V4&

How to fix this error?

Check the source list to establish whether the fixed source represents a
feasible procurement option for this purchase order:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<DS:TRAN.ME03>Display source list</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06727 - A different source of supply is the fixed source for this date ?

  The SAP error message "06727 A different source of supply is the fixed source for this date" typically occurs in the context of procurement and materials management when there is a conflict in the source of supply for a particular material on a specific date. This error indicates that the system has identified a fixed source of supply (such as a vendor or contract) for the material that conflicts with the source you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Fixed Source of Supply: The material has a fixed source of supply defined in the system, which takes precedence over other sources.
  Date Conflict: The date for which you are trying to procure the material may already have a fixed source assigned, preventing changes to the source of supply.
  Source List Configuration: The source list for the material may have been configured to restrict changes to the source of supply for certain dates.
  Contractual Obligations: There may be existing contracts or agreements that dictate the source of supply for the material on that date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source List: Review the source list for the material to identify the fixed source of supply for the specified date. You can do this by navigating to the material master or source list transaction (e.g., ME01, ME03).
  Adjust Dates: If possible, adjust the date for your procurement request to a date where the fixed source of supply does not conflict.
  Change Source of Supply: If you need to change the source of supply, you may need to remove or modify the fixed source assignment in the source list or material master.
  Consult with Procurement: If the fixed source is due to contractual obligations, consult with your procurement department to understand the implications of changing the source of supply.
  Review Material Master: Check the material master data to ensure that the procurement settings are correctly configured and that there are no conflicting entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME01 (Create Source List), ME03 (Display Source List), and ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on managing source lists and procurement processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the source list or material master data.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP procurement processes to better understand how source lists and fixed sources of supply work.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your procurement activities.