How To Fix FT163 - Vendor & has not been created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Vendor & has not been created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT163 - Vendor & has not been created ?

  The SAP error message FT163, which states "Vendor & has not been created," typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action related to a vendor that has not been set up in the system. This can happen in various transactions, such as creating a purchase order, invoice, or any other transaction that requires vendor information.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The most straightforward 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:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, you need to create it. This can be done using transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor for Purchasing).
  Ensure you fill in all required fields and save the vendor record.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Number:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct vendor number. You can check existing vendors using transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor for Purchasing).
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  If the vendor exists but is inactive or blocked, you may need to reactivate or unblock the vendor. This can be done using transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor for Purchasing).
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Double-check the data entry for any typographical errors in the vendor number or name.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor for Purchasing
  MK02: Change Vendor for Purchasing
  MK03: Display Vendor for Purchasing
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master data is complete and accurate, including address, payment terms, and other relevant 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 face 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 FT163 error and successfully process transactions involving the vendor.