How To Fix F2163 - Vendor & has not been created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Vendor & has not been created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2163 - Vendor & has not been created ?

  The SAP error message F2163, which states "Vendor & has not been created," typically occurs when you attempt to process a transaction involving a vendor that has not been set up 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.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The most common cause is that the vendor has not been created in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number you are trying to use may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Vendor Status: The vendor may exist but could be inactive or blocked, preventing transactions from being processed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the vendor number or name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Vendor:
  
  Navigate to the vendor creation transaction (usually XK01 for general vendors or MK01 for purchasing vendors).
  Enter the necessary details to create the vendor, including name, address, and payment terms.
  Save the vendor record.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Number:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct vendor number. You can check existing vendors using transaction XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Purchasing Vendor).
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  If the vendor exists, check if it is active. You can do this by displaying the vendor using XK03 and checking the status fields.
  If the vendor is blocked, you may need to unblock it using transaction XK02 (Change Vendor).
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the vendor number or name you are entering in the transaction to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Purchasing Vendor
  MK02: Change Purchasing Vendor
  MK03: Display Purchasing Vendor
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master data is complete and accurate, including all necessary information such as payment terms, bank details, and contact information.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify vendor records in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you continue to experience issues, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F2163 error and successfully process your transactions involving vendors.