How To Fix DMF_OUTBOUND156 - No supplier found for ad-hoc transfer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMF_OUTBOUND -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: No supplier found for ad-hoc transfer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND156 - No supplier found for ad-hoc transfer ?

  The SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND156, which states "No supplier found for ad-hoc transfer," typically occurs in the context of data management and transfer processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or supplier information.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Supplier Data: The most common cause of this error is that the system cannot find a supplier record that matches the criteria specified for the ad-hoc transfer. This could be due to:
  
  The supplier not being created in the system.
  The supplier being inactive or deleted.
  Incorrect or incomplete supplier information being provided during the transfer process.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the identification of suppliers for the transfer.
  
  
  Data Mapping Issues: If the data being transferred does not map correctly to the existing supplier records, the system will not be able to find a match.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Supplier Records:
  
  Check if the supplier exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the supplier master data in SAP and searching for the supplier using the relevant criteria (e.g., supplier ID, name).
  Ensure that the supplier is active and not marked as inactive or deleted.
  
  
  
  Check Transfer Data:
  
  Review the data being used for the ad-hoc transfer. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly and that the data matches the existing supplier records.
  If you are using a specific format or template for the transfer, ensure that it adheres to the expected structure.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings related to supplier data management and ad-hoc transfers. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Mapping:
  
  Ensure that the data mapping between the source and target systems (or between different modules within SAP) is correctly set up. This includes checking any transformation rules that may be applied during the transfer.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the DMF (Data Management Framework) and ad-hoc transfers. This may provide additional insights into the error and how to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing supplier data, such as MK01 (Create Vendor), MK02 (Change Vendor), and MK03 (Display Vendor).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the ad-hoc transfer has the necessary authorizations to access and modify supplier data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.