How To Fix F2079 - Vendor & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Vendor & & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2079 - Vendor & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message F2079, which states "Vendor & & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction involving a vendor that the system cannot find in the vendor master data. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor exists but has been marked as inactive or deleted.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number you are entering may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Company Code Issues: The vendor may not be assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the vendor not being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor (Purchasing)) and enter the vendor number to check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using XK01 (Create Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor (Purchasing)).
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Status:
  
  If the vendor exists, check if it is active. You can do this in the vendor master data screen. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Check 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 for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like a CRM or another ERP), ensure that the vendor data is synchronized across systems.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create vendor data.
  
  
  
  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)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor management.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access vendor data.
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after checking these areas, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.