How To Fix CNIF_MAT002 - Address for third-party requisition is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNIF_MAT - Messages for BAPI Material Component in Network

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Address for third-party requisition is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNIF_MAT002 - Address for third-party requisition is missing ?

  The SAP error message CNIF_MAT002 indicates that there is a missing address for a third-party requisition. This typically occurs in the context of procurement processes where a third-party vendor is involved, and the system requires a valid address to process the requisition.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Vendor Address: The vendor master data may not have a valid address maintained.
  Incomplete Purchase Requisition: The purchase requisition may not have the necessary address information filled out.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to third-party procurement in the SAP system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the requisition is being created through an interface or data transfer, the address information may not have been correctly passed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CNIF_MAT002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Ensure that the address details are complete and correctly maintained for the vendor in question.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Requisition:
  
  Open the purchase requisition (transaction code ME53N).
  Verify that all required fields, especially the address fields, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Address in Purchase Requisition:
  
  If the address is missing, you can manually enter the address in the purchase requisition or ensure that it is derived correctly from the vendor master.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for third-party procurement in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the Materials Management (MM) module.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for address determination are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Transfer Validation:
  
  If the requisition is created through an interface, check the data transfer process to ensure that all necessary information, including the address, is being sent correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on third-party procurement and address management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME53N - Display Purchase Requisition
  XK03 - Display Vendor (General)
  MK03 - Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor master data and purchase requisitions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CNIF_MAT002 error in your SAP system.