How To Fix LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS051 - Vendor & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Vendor & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS051 - Vendor & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS051 typically indicates that there is an issue with the vendor data in the system. Specifically, the message states that the vendor does not exist in the system, which can occur in various scenarios, particularly in logistics and supply chain management modules.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor you are trying to reference has not been created in the system.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor may have been created but is currently inactive or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number you are using may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems (like a third-party logistics provider), there may be synchronization issues leading to missing vendor data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions 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 exists.
  If the vendor does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., XK01 for creating a vendor).
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Status:
  
  If the vendor exists, check if it is active. You can do this in the vendor master data screen. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Vendor Number:
  
  Ensure that the vendor number you are using is correct. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your system is integrated with other systems, ensure that the vendor data is synchronized properly. You may need to run a data synchronization job or check the integration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access vendor data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), and XK03 (Display Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor management and this specific error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS051.