How To Fix EDOCUMENT_SG006 - Supplier company ID is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_SG - Messages for eDocument Singapore

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Supplier company ID is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_SG006 - Supplier company ID is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_SG006 indicates that the supplier company ID is not maintained in the system. This error typically arises in the context of electronic document processing, particularly when dealing with e-invoicing or electronic document management in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to process a document related to a supplier, but the supplier's company ID is not set up or is missing in the relevant configuration. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The supplier's details, including the company ID, have not been entered in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The supplier ID may have been entered incorrectly or may not match the expected format.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the supplier company ID may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Supplier Master Data:
  
  Go to the supplier master data in SAP (transaction code XK03 for general data or MK03 for purchasing data).
  Verify that the supplier company ID is correctly maintained. If it is missing, you will need to create or update the supplier master record (transaction code XK01 for creating or XK02 for changing).
  
  
  
  Maintain Company ID:
  
  Ensure that the company ID is correctly assigned to the supplier. This may involve checking the relevant organizational units and ensuring that the supplier is linked to the correct company code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for electronic documents in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the necessary settings for electronic invoicing or document processing are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on maintaining supplier data and electronic document processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Supplier
  XK02: Change Supplier
  XK03: Display Supplier
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit supplier master data.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.