How To Fix EI135 - Vendor & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Vendor & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI135 - Vendor & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EI135 "Vendor & does not exist" typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction involving a vendor that is not recognized in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a purchase order, invoice, or any other transaction that requires vendor information.
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor has not been created in the system.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor exists but has been marked as inactive or blocked.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered is incorrect or has been mistyped.
  Company Code Issues: The vendor may not be assigned to the specific company code you are working with.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If you are using multiple systems or environments, there may be a delay in data synchronization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Existence:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 or MK03) and check if the vendor exists.
  Ensure that you are searching for the correct vendor number.
  
  
  
  Create Vendor:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, create a new vendor using transaction code (e.g., XK01 or MK01).
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  If the vendor exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This can be done in the vendor master data transaction by changing the status.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Correct Vendor Number:
  
  Double-check the vendor number you are entering in the transaction. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you are working in a system that integrates with other systems, ensure that the vendor data is synchronized across all systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify vendor data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines related to vendor management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.