How To Fix J3R_LEGAL_FORMS490 - Supplier &1 is blocked in Comp. Code &2. Relevant documents are removed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3R_LEGAL_FORMS - Legal forms RU

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Supplier &1 is blocked in Comp. Code &2. Relevant documents are removed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS490 - Supplier &1 is blocked in Comp. Code &2. Relevant documents are removed. ?

  The SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS490 indicates that a supplier is blocked in a specific company code, which prevents the generation of legal forms or documents related to that supplier. This error typically arises in the context of legal compliance, such as tax reporting or invoicing, where the system checks the status of suppliers before processing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Supplier Blocked: The supplier in question is marked as blocked in the specified company code. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Non-compliance with legal requirements.
  Issues with the supplier's financial status.
  Administrative decisions to block the supplier for procurement or payment purposes.
  
  
  
  Document Removal: The message also indicates that relevant documents have been removed, which may imply that there were attempts to process documents related to this supplier, but they were unsuccessful due to the block.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Supplier Status:
  
  Go to the supplier master data in SAP (Transaction Code: XK03 for general view or MK03 for purchasing view).
  Verify the status of the supplier in the relevant company code. Look for any indicators that show the supplier is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Supplier:
  
  If the supplier is indeed blocked and you have the necessary authorization, you can unblock the supplier by:
  
  Editing the supplier master data (Transaction Code: XK02 or MK02).
  Navigate to the "Status" tab and change the block status to "Unblocked" or remove the block indicator.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Ensure that all necessary documentation and compliance requirements for the supplier are met. This may involve checking tax information, certifications, or other legal documents.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure why the supplier is blocked, consult with your finance, procurement, or compliance departments to understand the reason for the block and whether it can be lifted.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Documents:
  
  Once the supplier is unblocked, attempt to reprocess the documents that were previously removed or failed due to the block.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Supplier Master Data
  XK02: Change Supplier Master Data
  MK03: Display Purchasing Info Record
  MK02: Change Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and change supplier master data.
  
  
  Legal Compliance: Familiarize yourself with the legal requirements related to supplier management in your region, as this may impact the blocking and unblocking of suppliers.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the necessary transactions involving the supplier.