How To Fix 06804 - Document type & allows only suppliers with plant assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Document type & allows only suppliers with plant assignment

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a document type for stock transfers. Only suppliers to
whom a plant has been assigned can be used for this type of order.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different document type or a different supplier.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06804 - Document type & allows only suppliers with plant assignment ?

  The SAP error message 06804 ("Document type & allows only suppliers with plant assignment") typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (such as a purchase order) for a vendor that does not have a plant assignment in the system. This is particularly relevant in scenarios where the document type you are using requires that the vendor be linked to a specific plant.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Plant Assignment: The vendor (supplier) you are trying to use does not have a plant assignment in the vendor master data.
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using is configured to require a plant assignment for the vendors.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master record may not be properly set up for the specific purchasing organization or plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general view or MK03 for purchasing view).
  Verify if the vendor has a plant assignment. If not, you will need to add the plant assignment.
  
  
  
  Assign Plant to Vendor:
  
  If the vendor does not have a plant assignment, you can assign it using transaction code XK02 (change vendor).
  Navigate to the purchasing data section and ensure that the plant is assigned to the vendor.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the document type you are using (transaction code OMDD).
  Ensure that the document type is set up correctly and that it requires a plant assignment for the vendors.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for vendor master data management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Purchasing Info Record
  OMDD: Maintain Document Types
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to vendor master data and document types for further understanding.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the document.