How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC036 - Manufacturer & is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC - Manage Info Records Messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Manufacturer & is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC036 - Manufacturer & is blocked ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC036 indicates that a manufacturer or supplier is blocked in the system, which prevents further processing of transactions related to that manufacturer. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing and materials management.
  Cause:
  
  Blocked Vendor: The vendor or manufacturer has been marked as blocked in the vendor master data. This could be due to various reasons such as poor performance, financial issues, or compliance problems.
  Purchasing Organization Settings: The specific purchasing organization may have blocked the vendor for certain purchasing activities.
  Material Master Data: The material associated with the vendor may also have restrictions or blocks that affect the purchasing process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general view or MK03 for purchasing view).
  Check if the vendor is marked as blocked. If so, you may need to unblock it (transaction code XK02 for editing).
  Ensure that the blocking reason is addressed before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Organization Settings:
  
  Check if the vendor is blocked for the specific purchasing organization. This can be done in the vendor master data under the purchasing organization view.
  If necessary, unblock the vendor for the specific purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to see if there are any blocks or restrictions related to the material that could affect purchasing.
  If there are issues, resolve them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If the vendor is blocked for compliance or performance reasons, consult with the procurement or compliance department to understand the implications of unblocking the vendor.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to unblock the vendor are documented and justified, especially if the vendor was blocked for compliance reasons.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor Master
  XK02: Change Vendor Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Vendor Blocking Reasons: Familiarize yourself with the reasons for vendor blocking, which can include financial issues, quality problems, or compliance violations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to vendor blocking issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC036 error and proceed with your purchasing activities.