How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS250 - Specification &1 has no prefered supplier for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS - Messages Export - IMDS Integration

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Specification &1 has no prefered supplier for material &2

What causes this issue?

In the composition of the specification &V1&, no preferred supplier is
defined for the material &V2&.

System Response

The system did not select any component for the material &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Define one supplier of the material as the preferred supplier. To do
this, enter the identifier for the preferred supplier in the supplier
specification.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS250 - Specification &1 has no prefered supplier for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS250 indicates that there is a missing preferred supplier for a specific material in the context of the IMDS (International Material Data System) integration. This error typically arises when a material specification is being processed, but the system cannot find a preferred supplier associated with that material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preferred Supplier: The primary cause of this error is that the material specified does not have a preferred supplier assigned in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the supplier data or the material master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data entered for the material or supplier, leading to the inability to link them correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Preferred Supplier:
  
  Navigate to the material master data for the specified material (&2).
  Check the supplier information and ensure that a preferred supplier is assigned.
  If no preferred supplier exists, you may need to add one. This can typically be done in the material master under the purchasing or supplier data sections.
  
  
  
  Check Supplier Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the supplier is correctly set up in the system and is marked as a preferred supplier for the relevant materials.
  Verify that the supplier is active and has the necessary purchasing information.
  
  
  
  Review Material Specifications:
  
  Check the specifications for the material (&2) to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the material is linked to the correct supplier in the IMDS context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing material specifications and supplier data.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IMDS Integration: Understanding how IMDS works within SAP and how materials and suppliers are linked can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the material master data structure in SAP, including how to manage suppliers and their preferences.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing preferred suppliers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material has a preferred supplier assigned correctly.