How To Fix /ACCGO/UIS_MSG046 - Vendor &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/UIS_MSG -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Vendor &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/UIS_MSG046 - Vendor &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/UIS_MSG046 Vendor &1 is invalid 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 Blocked: The vendor exists but is blocked for transactions (e.g., due to payment issues or compliance reasons).
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Vendor Not Active: The vendor may be inactive or not assigned to the relevant purchasing organization.
  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 in Purchasing) and enter the vendor number to check if it exists and is active.
  Verify that the vendor is not blocked for purchasing or payment.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Vendor:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, create it using transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor in Purchasing).
  If the vendor exists but is blocked, you can unblock it using transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor in Purchasing).
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct purchasing organization and company code.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like a CRM or external databases), ensure that the vendor data is synchronized correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on vendor management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.