How To Fix EI653 - Select either by vendor or by receiving plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Select either by vendor or by receiving plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI653 - Select either by vendor or by receiving plant ?

  The SAP error message EI653 ("Select either by vendor or by receiving plant") typically occurs in the context of purchasing or inventory management when a user is trying to execute a transaction that requires specific selection criteria. This error indicates that the system requires either a vendor or a receiving plant to be specified, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The user has not entered either a vendor or a receiving plant in the selection screen of the transaction.
  Incorrect Transaction Context: The transaction being executed may require specific parameters that have not been fulfilled.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a misunderstanding of the required fields, leading to incomplete data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Provide Required Information:
  
  Ensure that you enter either a vendor number or a receiving plant in the selection criteria before executing the transaction.
  If you are unsure which one to use, consult with your procurement or inventory management team to determine the appropriate selection.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are trying to execute. This can provide insights into the required fields and their significance.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you continue to encounter issues after providing the necessary information, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing (e.g., ME21N, ME22N) or inventory management (e.g., MIGO).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context or fixes.
  Training: If you are new to SAP, consider undergoing training to better understand how to navigate the system and enter the required data correctly.
  
  By ensuring that you provide the necessary selection criteria, you should be able to resolve the EI653 error and proceed with your transaction.