How To Fix C$471 - Could not find any correct sources

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Could not find any correct sources

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$471 - Could not find any correct sources ?

  The SAP error message C$471 "Could not find any correct sources" typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with procurement or inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find valid source data for a particular material or requirement.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Source List: The source list for the material may not be maintained or is incomplete.
  Invalid Info Records: The info records for the material may not exist or may not be valid for the specified vendor.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in sourcing.
  Purchasing Organization Issues: The purchasing organization may not be correctly assigned or may not have the necessary data.
  Plant-Specific Data: The plant associated with the material may not have valid source data.
  Conditions Not Met: The conditions for sourcing may not be met, such as minimum order quantities or pricing conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source List: Ensure that the source list for the material is maintained correctly. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code ME01 to create or ME03 to display the source list.
  Review Info Records: Verify that the info records for the material and vendor are created and valid. Use transaction code ME11 to create or ME13 to display info records.
  Validate Material Master: Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 to ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained.
  Check Purchasing Organization: Ensure that the purchasing organization is correctly assigned to the material and that it has the necessary data.
  Plant Data: Verify that the plant associated with the material has valid source data. You can check this in the material master under the plant-specific data.
  Review Conditions: Ensure that all conditions for sourcing are met, including pricing, minimum order quantities, and any other relevant criteria.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME01, ME03, ME11, ME13, and MM03 for managing source lists, info records, and material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on managing procurement processes and resolving sourcing issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or updates available.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.