How To Fix /ACCGO/BR_UIS017 - Vendor data does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/BR_UIS -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Vendor data does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/BR_UIS017 - Vendor data does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/BR_UIS017 Vendor data does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find the vendor data for the specified vendor in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a purchase order, process an invoice, or perform other vendor-related transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor may not have been created in the system.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor might have been deactivated or marked as inactive.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the vendor data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Creation:
  
  Verify if the vendor has been created in the system. You can do this by navigating to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  If the vendor does not exist, create the vendor using the appropriate transaction (e.g., XK01 for creating a vendor).
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Status:
  
  Check if the vendor is active. If the vendor is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Confirm Vendor Number:
  
  Ensure that the vendor number you are using is correct. Double-check for any typos or errors in the vendor number.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your organization uses multiple systems (e.g., SAP and non-SAP systems), ensure that the vendor data is synchronized across all systems.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access vendor data. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), and XK03 (Display Vendor).
  Vendor Master Data: Understand the structure and importance of vendor master data in SAP, including the different views (general data, company code data, purchasing data).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.