F0147 - Error in reading vendor & company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Error in reading vendor & company code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0147 - Error in reading vendor & company code & ?

  The SAP error message F0147, which states "Error in reading vendor & company code &," typically occurs when the system is unable to retrieve the vendor master data for a specified vendor and company code. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor may not exist in the system for the specified company code.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the vendor master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the vendor data.
  Company Code Not Active: The specified company code may not be active or may not be set up correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the vendor master data in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Existence:
  
  Use transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor - Purchasing) to check if the vendor exists for the specified company code.
  If the vendor does not exist, create it using transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor).
  
  
  
  Verify Data Consistency:
  
  Run transaction code SE11 to check the vendor master table (LFA1 for general data, LFB1 for company code data) for any inconsistencies.
  If inconsistencies are found, you may need to correct them or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access vendor data. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify that the company code is active and properly configured. You can check this in transaction code OBY6 (Edit Company Code).
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant to ensure that the vendor master data settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, it may be necessary to check for any system issues or bugs. Consult SAP Notes or your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SU53: Authorization Check
  OBY6: Company Code Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for F0147 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to vendor master data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further diagnosis and resolution.