How To Fix /BEV1/NE021 - Supplier &1 is blocked; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV1/NE -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Supplier &1 is blocked; see long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV1/NE021 - Supplier &1 is blocked; see long text ?

  The SAP error message /BEV1/NE021 Supplier &1 is blocked; see long text indicates that a specific supplier (represented by &1, which will be replaced by the supplier's ID) is blocked in the system. This typically means that the supplier cannot be used for procurement or other transactions due to certain restrictions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Supplier Blocked: The supplier has been marked as blocked in the vendor master data. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  Non-compliance with contractual obligations.
  Poor performance or quality issues.
  Financial issues or bankruptcy.
  Administrative reasons (e.g., missing documentation).
  
  
  
  Blocking Reasons: The supplier may be blocked for specific reasons, which can be categorized into:
  
  Purchasing Block: Prevents the supplier from being used in purchasing transactions.
  Accounting Block: Prevents any financial transactions with the supplier.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supplier Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general view or MK03 for purchasing view).
  Enter the supplier number and check the status. Look for any indicators that show the supplier is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Supplier:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can unblock the supplier by:
  
  Going to the vendor master data (transaction code XK02 for general view or MK02 for purchasing view).
  Remove the block indicator in the relevant sections (Purchasing or Accounting).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the authority to unblock the supplier, consult with the procurement or finance department to understand the reason for the block and whether it can be lifted.
  
  
  
  Review Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the error message in the transaction where it occurred and looking for additional information that may provide context or specific actions required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Purchasing Info Record
  MK02: Change Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify vendor master data.
  
  
  Documentation: Review any internal policies regarding supplier management and blocking/unblocking procedures.
  
  
  Audit Trail: Keep a record of any changes made to the supplier status for compliance and auditing purposes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the implications of the supplier being blocked in the SAP system.