3G213 - No creditor with the search key &1 &2 &3 &4 has been found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 213

• Message text: No creditor with the search key &1 &2 &3 &4 has been found

What causes this issue?

No vendor account could be assigned to the search key
Company code: &V1&
Table: &V2&
Field: &V3&
Matchcode: &V4&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G213 - No creditor with the search key &1 &2 &3 &4 has been found ?

  The SAP error message 3G213 indicates that the system could not find a creditor (vendor) based on the search key provided. This error typically occurs in the context of vendor master data or when trying to process transactions related to vendors.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect Search Key: The search key (which could be a vendor number, name, or other identifiers) provided does not match any existing creditor in the system.
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor may not have been created in the system yet.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor might be inactive or marked for deletion.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the search key.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the vendor data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Search Key: Double-check the search key you are using. Ensure that it is entered correctly without any typos.
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Search for the vendor using different criteria (e.g., name, address) to see if it exists.
  
  
  Create Vendor: If the vendor does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., XK01 for creating a vendor).
  Check Vendor Status: If the vendor exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or check with your administrator for the appropriate status.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access vendor data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor master data.
  User Roles: Ensure that user roles and authorizations are correctly set up in the system to avoid access issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.