How To Fix M8461 - No selection supplier entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 461

• Message text: No selection supplier entered

What causes this issue?

You want to select delivery costs and did not enter a selection
supplier.

System Response

The system selects all delivery costs, even if these are invoiced by
different invoicing parties.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry and enter a selection supplier if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8461 - No selection supplier entered ?

  The SAP error message M8461 "No selection supplier entered" typically occurs in the context of materials management or procurement processes when a user attempts to execute a transaction that requires a supplier (vendor) selection, but no supplier has been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier Information: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a supplier/vendor in the relevant field before executing the transaction.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require a supplier to be selected, but the user may be in a context where a supplier is not applicable.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a supplier to be specified for certain transactions, and these settings may not be aligned with the user's expectations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Supplier Information: Ensure that you enter a valid supplier/vendor in the appropriate field before executing the transaction. This could be in a purchase order, purchase requisition, or any other relevant document.
  Check Transaction Context: Verify that you are in the correct transaction that requires a supplier. If you are in a transaction that does not require a supplier, you may need to choose a different transaction.
  Review Configuration: If you believe that the transaction should not require a supplier, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to the transaction.
  Use Help Documentation: Utilize SAP's help documentation or transaction codes (like F1 for field help) to understand the requirements for the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to procurement and materials management, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), etc.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents that involve suppliers.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can also reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8461 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.