CVIV_UI177 - External manufacturer & is already in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVIV_UI - Vendor Integration in Business Partner Processing Dialog

• Message number: 177

• Message text: External manufacturer & is already in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVIV_UI177 - External manufacturer & is already in use ?

  The SAP error message CVIV_UI177, which states "External manufacturer & is already in use," typically occurs in the context of managing external manufacturers or suppliers within the SAP system. This error indicates that the external manufacturer you are trying to create or modify is already associated with another object or transaction in the system, preventing you from making the desired changes.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Associations: The external manufacturer you are trying to work with is already linked to existing materials, purchase orders, or other procurement documents.
  Data Integrity Constraints: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent duplicate entries or modifications that could lead to inconsistencies in the database.
  Locked Records: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing you from making changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Associations: 
  
  Use transaction codes like ME1M (Purchasing Info Records) or ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) to check if the external manufacturer is already linked to any materials or purchase orders.
  Review the relevant documents to understand where the external manufacturer is being used.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations: 
  
  If you find that the external manufacturer is linked to a document that you can modify, consider removing or changing that association before attempting to create or modify the external manufacturer again.
  
  
  
  Consult with Users: 
  
  If the record is locked, check with other users to see if they are currently using the external manufacturer in their transactions. You may need to wait until they are finished.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like ME03 (Display Purchasing Info Record) to view details about the external manufacturer and understand its current usage.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing external manufacturers and understanding error messages.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Training: Consider training sessions on SAP procurement processes to better understand how to manage external manufacturers and related data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.