How To Fix LCM_COMMON006 - Supplier &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_COMMON - Messages for Legal Content Management

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Supplier &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_COMMON006 - Supplier &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message LCM_COMMON006 indicates that the system cannot find a supplier with the specified identifier (in this case, &1 represents the supplier ID). This error typically occurs in the context of supplier management or procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Supplier: The supplier ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect ID.
  Inactive Supplier: The supplier may exist but is marked as inactive or blocked in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like a CRM or external supplier database), there may be synchronization issues leading to the supplier not being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the supplier data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Supplier ID: Double-check the supplier ID you are using for any typographical errors. Ensure that it is the correct ID.
  Check Supplier Status: Use transaction codes like MK03 (Display Vendor) or BP (Business Partner) to check if the supplier exists and is active. If the supplier is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  Create Supplier: If the supplier does not exist, you may need to create a new supplier record using transaction codes like MK01 (Create Vendor) or BP (Business Partner).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that your user account has the necessary authorizations to access supplier data. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Data Synchronization: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems, check for any synchronization issues. Ensure that the data is up-to-date and consistent across systems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MK01: Create Vendor
  MK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Vendor
  BP: Business Partner (for newer versions of SAP)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to supplier management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to supplier management for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.