How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_MSG202 - Vendor &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_MSG -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Vendor &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG202 - Vendor &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG202 Vendor &1 is not valid typically indicates that the vendor you are trying to use in a transaction is not recognized as valid in the system. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  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 obsolete.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Company Code Issues: The vendor may not be assigned to the specific company code you are working with.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the vendor not being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor (Purchasing)) and check if the vendor exists.
  Ensure that the vendor is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Create or Reactivate Vendor:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, you can create it using transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor (Purchasing)).
  If the vendor is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the vendor number you are entering for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the vendor's status or need assistance with vendor creation, consult your SAP administrator or the team responsible for vendor management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify vendor data.
  
  
  Integration with Other Modules: If your organization uses multiple SAP modules (like MM, FI), ensure that the vendor is correctly set up across all relevant modules.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to your organization's internal documentation or SAP help documentation for specific procedures related to vendor management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the invalid vendor. If the issue persists, further investigation into system settings or data integrity may be required.