How To Fix CVP_DP_ILM020 - Supplier &1 with company code &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVP_DP_ILM - CVP_DP_ILM

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Supplier &1 with company code &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVP_DP_ILM020 - Supplier &1 with company code &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CVP_DP_ILM020 indicates that the system cannot find a supplier (vendor) with the specified supplier number and company code. This error typically arises in scenarios involving vendor master data, such as during the creation or processing of purchase orders, invoices, or other procurement-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Vendor: The supplier number (&1) does not exist in the vendor master data for the specified company code (&2).
  Incorrect Company Code: The supplier may exist, but it is not assigned to the specified company code.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the vendor master data, such as missing entries or incorrect configurations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the vendor data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor - Purchasing) and enter the supplier number and company code to verify if the vendor exists.
  If the vendor does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor - Purchasing).
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  If the vendor exists but is not assigned to the specified company code, you may need to update the vendor master data to include the correct company code.
  This can be done using transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor - Purchasing).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that all necessary data fields are filled out correctly in the vendor master record.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access vendor data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor - Purchasing
  MK02: Change Vendor - Purchasing
  MK03: Display Vendor - Purchasing
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data is crucial for procurement processes in SAP. It contains all the necessary information about suppliers, including their payment terms, contact details, and company code assignments.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor master data and error messages.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CVP_DP_ILM020 error and ensure that the vendor data is correctly set up in the SAP system.