How To Fix IS805 - Vendor & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Vendor & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS805 - Vendor & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IS805, which states "Vendor & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction involving a vendor that the system cannot find in the vendor master data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a purchase order, invoice, or any other transaction that requires vendor information.
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor has not been created in the system.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor exists but has been marked as inactive or deleted.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered is incorrect or has been mistyped.
  Company Code Issues: The vendor may not be assigned to the specific company code you are working with.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If you are using multiple systems or environments, there may be synchronization issues where the vendor data is not consistent across systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Enter the vendor number and check if it exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Create Vendor:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction (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.
  
  
  
  Correct Vendor Number:
  
  Double-check the vendor number you are entering in the transaction. Ensure there are no typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Deactivation:
  
  If the vendor exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new vendor.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support:
  
  If you are still facing issues, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to investigate further, especially if there are data synchronization issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  MIRO: Invoice Verification
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create vendor data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on vendor management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS805 error and successfully process your transactions involving vendors.