How To Fix ID_WT212 - Vendor &1 is locked. Migration not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_WT - International Development - Withholding Tax Reporting Tool

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Vendor &1 is locked. Migration not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_WT212 - Vendor &1 is locked. Migration not possible. ?

  The SAP error message ID_WT212 indicates that a vendor (in this case, represented by &1) is locked, which prevents any migration activities from being performed for that vendor. This error typically arises during processes such as data migration, vendor creation, or updates in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Vendor Lock Status: The vendor is locked in the system, which can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The vendor is marked as inactive.
  The vendor is locked due to pending approvals or issues in the vendor master data.
  The vendor is locked for specific purchasing organizations or company codes.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Process: If you are trying to migrate vendor data (e.g., during a system upgrade or data transfer), the system checks the status of the vendor. If the vendor is locked, the migration cannot proceed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Unlock the Vendor:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK02 for changing vendor data).
  Enter the vendor number and the relevant company code or purchasing organization.
  Check the status of the vendor. If it is locked, you will need to unlock it.
  Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is not marked as inactive or blocked for purchasing.
  Review any related documents or approvals that may be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to unlock the vendor, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for vendor management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  If you are using a migration tool (like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), ensure that the settings and mappings are correct and that you are not trying to migrate locked vendors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to vendor locking issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to vendor management and data migration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ID_WT212 error and proceed with your migration activities.