How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM526 - Material initial supplier &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 526

• Message text: Material initial supplier &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM526 - Material initial supplier &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM526 Material initial supplier &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with materials and their associated suppliers. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid supplier for the specified material.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Supplier Data: The primary cause of this error is that the material in question does not have an associated supplier in the system. This could happen if the supplier was never assigned to the material or if the supplier data was deleted or not properly maintained.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incomplete records in the material master or vendor master.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration settings related to material management or supplier management.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material number exists in the material master. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material details.
  
  
  Check Supplier Assignment: Ensure that the supplier is correctly assigned to the material. You can check this in the purchasing view of the material master. If the supplier is missing, you can add it using transaction code MM02.
  
  
  Create or Update Supplier: If the supplier does not exist, you may need to create a new vendor using transaction code XK01 (or MK01 for purchasing-specific vendors) and then assign it to the material.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the master data. This can involve checking for orphaned records or incomplete entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for managing materials and suppliers in your organization to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  XK01: Create Vendor
  MK01: Create Purchasing Vendor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit material and supplier data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the material has a valid initial supplier assigned.