How To Fix ME191 - No address exists for the number entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 191

• Message text: No address exists for the number entered

What causes this issue?

You have entered an address number for which no address exists in the
central address management facility.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use the "Possible entries" button to search for the desired address.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME191 - No address exists for the number entered ?

  The SAP error message ME191, which states "No address exists for the number entered," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid address associated with the vendor or supplier number you have entered.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Address Data: The vendor master record may not have an address maintained for the specific purchasing organization or company code.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the vendor master record.
  Vendor Blocked: The vendor may be blocked for purchasing activities, which can also lead to address-related issues.
  Purchasing Organization Issues: The purchasing organization may not be correctly assigned to the vendor.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Record:
  
  Go to transaction code MK03 (Display Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor).
  Enter the vendor number and check if the address is maintained for the relevant purchasing organization and company code.
  If the address is missing, you can add it using MK02.
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Number:
  
  Ensure that the vendor number you are entering is correct. You can search for the vendor using transaction code MKVZ (Vendor List).
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is not blocked for purchasing. You can check this in the vendor master record.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Organization Assignment:
  
  Make sure that the vendor is assigned to the correct purchasing organization. This can be checked in the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MK03: Display Vendor
  MK02: Change Vendor
  MKVZ: Vendor List
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on vendor master data management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME191 error and ensure that the vendor address is correctly maintained in the system.