How To Fix EDI_SD887 - Sold-to party &1 is blocked.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDI_SD - Messages for EDI SD Integration

• Message number: 887

• Message text: Sold-to party &1 is blocked.

What causes this issue?

You want to create or change a sold-to party assignment for sold-to
party &v1&. The data related to sold-to party &v1& may include personal
data and is blocked.

System Response

The system does not display any data related to sold-to party &v1& to
protect personal data.

System Response

The system does not display any data related to sold-to party &v1& to
protect personal data. You cannot create or change a sold-to party
assignment for this sold-to party.

How to fix this error?

If you are sure that you want to create or change a sold-to party
assignment for sold-to party &v1&, use transaction BUP_REQ_UNBLK to
request unblocking. Ensure that this is compliant with your
organization's policies.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDI_SD887 - Sold-to party &1 is blocked. ?

  The SAP error message EDI_SD887 indicates that the "Sold-to party &1 is blocked." This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes when attempting to create or process a sales order, delivery, or other related documents involving a sold-to party (customer) that has been marked as blocked in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Customer Blocked Status: The sold-to party (customer) has been flagged as blocked in the customer master data. This could be due to various reasons, such as credit issues, payment problems, or administrative decisions.
  Credit Limit Exceeded: The customer may have exceeded their credit limit, leading to a block on further transactions.
  Payment Block: The customer may have a payment block due to outstanding invoices or other financial issues.
  Sales Area Block: The specific sales area for the customer may be blocked, preventing transactions in that area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code XD03 (Display Customer) or VD03 (Display Customer - Sales Area) and enter the sold-to party number.
  Check the status of the customer in the "General Data" and "Company Code Data" sections to see if there are any blocks.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Customer:
  
  If the customer is blocked, you may need to unblock them. This can be done using transaction code XD02 (Change Customer) or VD02 (Change Customer - Sales Area).
  Remove the block status in the relevant sections (General Data, Company Code Data, or Sales Area Data).
  
  
  
  Review Credit Management Settings:
  
  If the block is due to credit issues, review the customer's credit limit and outstanding payments. You may need to adjust the credit limit or resolve any outstanding issues.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance/Accounting:
  
  If the block is related to financial issues, consult with the finance or accounting department to understand the reason for the block and how to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the sales area for the customer is correctly configured and not blocked in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XD03 / VD03: Display Customer
  XD02 / VD02: Change Customer
  FD32: Display Customer Credit Management
  FD33: Display Customer Credit Management (with credit limit)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify customer master data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on customer master data management and credit control.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.