06894 - & items relate to materials for which the supplier is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 894

• Message text: & items relate to materials for which the supplier is blocked

What causes this issue?

You have assigned a request for quotation to a supplier. The RFQ
contains items relating to materials for which no quality inspection is
required and others for which such inspection is mandatory. The supplier
is blocked with regard to the items requiring inspection.

How to fix this error?

Delete the items for which the supplier is blocked or assign the RFQ to
a different supplier.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06894 - & items relate to materials for which the supplier is blocked ?

  The SAP error message 06894 typically indicates that there are issues related to materials for which the supplier is blocked. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the procurement process, when trying to create or process purchase orders, or when attempting to receive goods.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the supplier associated with the material is blocked in the system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Supplier Blocked Status: The supplier may have been manually blocked by a user due to performance issues, compliance concerns, or other reasons.
  Material-Specific Block: The specific material may be blocked for procurement due to quality issues, non-compliance, or other factors.
  Purchasing Info Record: The purchasing info record for the material and supplier combination may indicate that the supplier is blocked.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may have been set to a blocked status, preventing any transactions from being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Supplier Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03) and check if the supplier is blocked. If it is, you may need to unblock it (transaction code XK02 or MK02), provided you have the necessary permissions and justification.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to see if the material is blocked for procurement. If it is, you may need to unblock it or address the underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Examine Purchasing Info Records:
  
  Review the purchasing info record (transaction code ME13) for the specific material and supplier combination to ensure that it is not marked as blocked.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure why the supplier or material is blocked, consult with the procurement or compliance departments to understand the reasons and whether the block can be lifted.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Documents:
  
  Ensure there are no outstanding documents (like purchase orders or contracts) that may be causing the block.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03 / MK03: Display Vendor Master
  XK02 / MK02: Change Vendor Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to vendor and material statuses.
  
  
  Documentation and Compliance: Always document any changes made to vendor or material statuses for compliance and audit purposes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.