How To Fix CX_MSR_TRC042 - No master record exists for supplier &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX_MSR_TRC - Message texts in mult-step returns controller

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No master record exists for supplier &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX_MSR_TRC042 - No master record exists for supplier &1 ?

  The SAP error message CX_MSR_TRC042 indicates that there is no master record for the specified supplier in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a supplier (vendor) that does not have a corresponding master record in the SAP database.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Vendor Master Data: The most common cause is that the vendor master data has not been created for the supplier in question.
  Incorrect Supplier Number: The supplier number you are trying to use may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Deletion: The vendor master record may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the vendor master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Vendor Master Record:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, you need to create a new vendor master record using transaction code XK01 (or MK01 for purchasing data).
  Ensure that you fill in all required fields and save the record.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Number:
  
  Verify that the supplier number you are using is correct. You can check existing vendors using transaction code XK03 (or MK03 for purchasing data).
  
  
  
  Reactivate Vendor:
  
  If the vendor was previously created but is now inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This can be done using transaction code XK02 (or MK02 for purchasing data).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or edit vendor master data. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  If you suspect that the vendor data might have been corrupted or inconsistently maintained, you may need to run data consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Purchasing Info Record
  MK02: Change Purchasing Info Record
  MK03: Display Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor master data management.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on vendor master data management and related processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CX_MSR_TRC042 and ensure that the necessary vendor master data is available in your SAP system.