06890 - RFQs cannot be issued to this supplier for any items for quality reasons

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 890

• Message text: RFQs cannot be issued to this supplier for any items for quality reasons

What causes this issue?

You cannot issue any requests for quotation to this supplier due to a
block on procurement from this source imposed by Quality Management.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06890 - RFQs cannot be issued to this supplier for any items for quality reasons ?

  The SAP error message "06890: RFQs cannot be issued to this supplier for any items for quality reasons" typically indicates that there are quality-related issues associated with the supplier in question. This error is often encountered when trying to create a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a supplier that has been flagged due to quality concerns.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Issues: The supplier may have a history of quality problems, which could be documented in the system. This could include poor performance in previous orders, non-conformance reports, or other quality-related metrics.
  Blocked Supplier: The supplier may be blocked for procurement due to quality issues, which prevents any RFQs from being issued.
  Quality Management Settings: The settings in the Quality Management (QM) module may have been configured to restrict RFQs based on supplier performance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Supplier Quality Records: Check the supplier's quality records in the system to identify any documented issues. This can be done through transaction codes like ME03 (Display Info Record) or ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor).
  Supplier Evaluation: Conduct a supplier evaluation to assess their performance. If the supplier has improved, you may consider unblocking them.
  Unblock Supplier: If the quality issues have been resolved, you can unblock the supplier in the vendor master data. This can be done using transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor - Purchasing).
  Consult with Quality Management Team: If you are unsure about the quality issues, consult with your Quality Management team to understand the specific reasons for the block and any necessary steps to resolve them.
  Create a New Supplier: If the current supplier cannot be unblocked due to ongoing issues, consider sourcing from an alternative supplier who meets quality standards.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data contains critical information about suppliers, including their quality status. Ensure that this data is regularly updated and reviewed.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the Quality Management module in SAP, as it plays a crucial role in supplier evaluation and management.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of any quality issues and resolutions for future reference and to support decision-making regarding supplier relationships.
  
  By addressing the underlying quality issues and following the appropriate steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with issuing RFQs to the supplier.