How To Fix HRPAYUS_EIWO017 - Vendor &1 is blocked.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYUS_EIWO - e-IWO enhancement

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Vendor &1 is blocked.

What causes this issue?

The system has identified that this registered vendor is blocked.

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

System Response

The system cannot approve this vendor as a valid one.

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid vendor in the system. If no other vendor exists for this
taxing authority, you can create another vendor to be used in the
received order. You can add a vendor in the <ZH>e-IWO Configuration by
Jurisdication </>(V_T77PAYUS_SCFG).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYUS_EIWO017 - Vendor &1 is blocked. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYUS_EIWO017 indicates that a specific vendor (in this case, represented by &1) is blocked in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or vendor management within the SAP system, particularly in the U.S. payroll module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to process a transaction involving a vendor that has been marked as blocked. This could happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Vendor Status: The vendor may have been intentionally blocked due to various reasons such as non-compliance, performance issues, or administrative decisions.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry, leading to the selection of a blocked vendor inadvertently.
  System Configuration: The vendor's status may have been changed in the system due to updates or changes in vendor management policies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the 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 check the status. If the vendor is blocked, you will see a status indicator.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Vendor:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock the vendor by using transaction code XK02 or MK02.
  Navigate to the relevant section (e.g., General Data, 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 your procurement or vendor management department to understand why the vendor is blocked and whether it should be unblocked.
  
  
  
  Review Related Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no pending transactions or issues related to the vendor that need to be resolved before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made and ensure that the reasons for unblocking the vendor are clear for future reference.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is managed in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing how to create, modify, and block/unblock vendors.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor statuses in the system.
  Audit Trail: Keep an audit trail of changes made to vendor statuses for compliance and tracking purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.