How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM248 - Vendor &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Vendor &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM248 - Vendor &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM248 Vendor &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find the vendor specified in the transaction or process you are trying to execute. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating a purchase order, processing invoices, or managing vendor master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor you are trying to use 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 may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the vendor not being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the vendor data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Existence:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display) and check if the vendor number exists.
  If it