How To Fix ME427 - Search unsuccessful

ME427 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 427

• Message text: Search unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME427 - Search unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message ME427 ("Search unsuccessful") typically occurs in the context of purchasing or procurement processes, particularly when trying to find a suitable source of supply for a material or when attempting to create a purchase order. This error indicates that the system was unable to find any valid source of supply based on the criteria provided.
  Causes of ME427 Error
  
  
  No Source of Supply: There may be no valid source of supply defined for the material in the system. This could be due to missing vendor information or the absence of a purchasing info record.
  
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the search may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no results being found.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly, or the material may not be assigned to any purchasing organization.
  
  
  Vendor Blocked or Inactive: The vendor associated with the material may