How To Fix EHPRC_RCS_UEC131 - At least one supplier cannot be selected (running communication)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_RCS_UEC - Messages for Use Collection

• Message number: 131

• Message text: At least one supplier cannot be selected (running communication)

What causes this issue?

You want to add a supplier with a running communication. However, only
suppliers that have no running communication can be added.

System Response

The suppliers were not added to the <LS>Selected Supplier</> view.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_RCS_UEC131 - At least one supplier cannot be selected (running communication) ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_RCS_UEC131 indicates that at least one supplier cannot be selected during a communication process, typically related to the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module or Supplier Relationship Management (SRM). This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or process a purchase order, supplier evaluation, or during data exchange with suppliers.
  Causes:
  
  Supplier Status: The supplier may be inactive or blocked in the system. Check if the supplier is marked as "active" in the vendor master data.
  Communication Settings: There may be issues with the communication settings or configurations for the supplier. This includes missing or incorrect communication methods (e.g., email, EDI).
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the supplier data, such as missing required fields or incorrect data formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or select the supplier.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the selection of the supplier.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Supplier Status: 
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03) and verify that the supplier is active and not blocked.
  
  
  
  Review Communication Settings:
  
  Ensure that the communication methods for the supplier are correctly set up. Check the communication data in the vendor master record.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the supplier data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out and that the data adheres to the required formats.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the supplier. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the relevant settings in the SAP system to ensure that they are correctly configured for supplier selection.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03 (Display Vendor), MK03 (Display Purchasing Info Record), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EHPRC_RCS_UEC131 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.