How To Fix FIKZ_DDX700 - Vendor &1 is blocked for company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIKZ_DDX - Message class for digital documents exchange

• Message number: 700

• Message text: Vendor &1 is blocked for company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIKZ_DDX700 - Vendor &1 is blocked for company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FIKZ_DDX700 indicates that a vendor (identified by &1) is blocked for a specific company code (identified by &2). This error typically arises when attempting to process transactions involving a vendor that has been marked as blocked in the system for the specified company code.
  Cause:
  
  
  Vendor Blocked Status: The vendor has been set to a blocked status for the specified company code. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The vendor is under review or audit.
  The vendor has outstanding issues or disputes.
  The vendor is no longer active or has been terminated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The blocking could be due to specific configuration settings in the vendor master data, which may have been set by the finance or procurement team.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data in SAP (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Enter the vendor number and company code to view the details.
  Check the status of the vendor. If it is blocked, you will need to determine the reason for the block.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Vendor:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can unblock the vendor using transaction code XK02 or MK02.
  Navigate to the relevant section (e.g., "General Data" or "Company Code Data") and change the status from blocked to active.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the authority to unblock the vendor, consult with the finance or procurement department to understand why the vendor is blocked and whether it is appropriate to unblock them.
  
  
  
  Document the Change:
  
  If the vendor is unblocked, ensure that the change is documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders to maintain transparency.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is maintained in SAP is crucial. It includes general data, company code data, and purchasing data.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to vendor master data.
  Audit Trail: Be aware that unblocking a vendor may have implications for compliance and auditing, so it’s important to follow internal procedures.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and take appropriate action regarding the vendor's status.