How To Fix /ISDFPS/FOXFO004 - Initial supplier of materials (FE &1) is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FOXFO -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Initial supplier of materials (FE &1) is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FOXFO004 - Initial supplier of materials (FE &1) is not active ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FOXFO004 Initial supplier of materials (FE &1) is not active typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fashion Management (ISDFPS) module, which is used for managing fashion and textile products. This error indicates that the initial supplier for a specific material (identified by the material number represented by &1) is not active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Supplier: The supplier associated with the material is marked as inactive in the vendor master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the supplier or material.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the supplier as active.
  Missing Data: The supplier may not have been set up correctly in the system, or required data may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supplier Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Enter the supplier number and check if the supplier is marked as active. If it is inactive, you will need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Reactivate Supplier:
  
  If the supplier is inactive, you can reactivate it using transaction code XK02 or MK02. Ensure that all necessary data is filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Data:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) for the material in question. Ensure that the supplier is correctly assigned to the material and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to supplier management in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the supplier to be recognized as active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for the Fashion Management module.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify vendor and material data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the supplier is active for the materials in question.