How To Fix 06796 - No source lists found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 796

• Message text: No source lists found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06796 - No source lists found ?

  The SAP error message "06796 No source lists found" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a transaction that requires a source list, but the system cannot find any source lists for the specified material and plant combination. This error is common in procurement processes, particularly when dealing with materials that require a source list for purchasing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source List: The primary cause of this error is that there is no source list maintained for the material in the specified plant.
  Incorrect Material or Plant: The material number or plant specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Source List Not Created: The source list may not have been created for the material, or it may have been deleted or not yet updated.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The source list may be plant-specific, and the user may be looking in the wrong plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Update Source List:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code ME01 (Create Source List) or ME02 (Change Source List).
  Enter the material number and plant, and create or update the source list as necessary.
  Ensure that the source list is valid and includes the necessary vendors and conditions.
  
  
  
  Check Material and Plant:
  
  Verify that the material number and plant entered in the transaction are correct.
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material details and ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Source List Validity:
  
  Ensure that the source list is valid for the required time period and that it has not expired.
  Check if the source list is marked as "active."
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the source list requirements, consult with your procurement or materials management team to ensure that the necessary source lists are created and maintained.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create source lists in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME02: Change Source List
  ME03: Display Source List
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Source List Configuration: Ensure that the source list is configured correctly in the system settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on source lists and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "06796 No source lists found" error in SAP.