How To Fix FSBP_ECC021 - Some supplier company codes are blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_ECC - Business Partner in ECC

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Some supplier company codes are blocked

What causes this issue?

Some company codes of the supplier are blocked. You cannot select these
company codes.

System Response

The system does not display any blocked company code data related to the
supplier, to protect personal data. You cannot change or recreate any
supplier-relevant data in a blocked company code.

How to fix this error?

Contact a business user who is authorized to display or change blocked
data.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_ECC021 - Some supplier company codes are blocked ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_ECC021 indicates that some supplier company codes are blocked, which prevents certain transactions from being processed. This error typically arises in the context of supplier management and can affect procurement and financial operations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Company Code Blocked: The supplier's company code is marked as blocked in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as compliance issues, financial problems, or administrative decisions.
  Master Data Issues: The supplier master data may have been incorrectly maintained, leading to the blocking of certain company codes.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that enforce blocking based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Supplier Master Data:
  
  Go to the supplier master data transaction (e.g., XK03 or BP).
  Verify the status of the company codes associated with the supplier.
  If a company code is blocked, you may need to unblock it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Unblock Company Code:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock the company code by editing the supplier master data.
  Navigate to the relevant company code data and change the status from "Blocked" to "Active."
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific configuration settings that might be causing the block.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to understand if there are any business rules or workflows that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If the blocking is due to compliance or financial issues, consult with the relevant departments (e.g., compliance, finance) to understand the reason for the block and whether it can be lifted.
  
  
  
  Transaction Logs:
  
  Review transaction logs or change logs to see if there were any recent changes made to the supplier master data that could have led to the blocking.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03 (Display Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), and BP (Business Partner) for managing supplier data.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to supplier master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing supplier data and understanding error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.