How To Fix IDSAU008 - No vendor exists in the specified range for this company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDSAU - Localization Saudi Arabia

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No vendor exists in the specified range for this company code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDSAU008 - No vendor exists in the specified range for this company code ?

  The SAP error message IDSAU008, which states "No vendor exists in the specified range for this company code," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to vendor data (such as creating a purchase order, invoice, or payment) and the system cannot find a vendor that matches the criteria specified in your transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor you are trying to use has not been created in the system for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Company Code: The vendor may exist, but it is not assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor might be inactive or blocked in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or error in the vendor number or range you are entering.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the vendor data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Existence:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display) and check if the vendor exists for the specified company code.
  If the vendor does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code (e.g., XK01 for creating a vendor).
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Verify if the vendor is active and not blocked. If it is blocked, you will need to unblock it or create a new vendor.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the vendor number or range you are entering to ensure there are no typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access vendor data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you are still facing issues after checking the above points, consult your IT support team or SAP administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to vendor existence and assignment.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor management that might be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDSAU008 error and successfully work with vendor data in SAP.