How To Fix ME581 - Subcontracting suppliers in requisition and outline agreement differ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 581

• Message text: Subcontracting suppliers in requisition and outline agreement differ

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME581 - Subcontracting suppliers in requisition and outline agreement differ ?

  The SAP error message ME581 indicates that there is a mismatch between the subcontracting supplier specified in a purchase requisition and the one defined in the outline agreement. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes where a company is using subcontracting agreements to manage the procurement of goods or services.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Supplier Information: The supplier specified in the purchase requisition does not match the supplier defined in the outline agreement.
  Incorrect Outline Agreement: The outline agreement may not be set up correctly for the specified supplier.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect entries in either the purchase requisition or the outline agreement.
  Changes in Supplier Master Data: If the supplier master data has been changed (e.g., supplier name, number, or details), it may lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Supplier Information:
  
  Check the purchase requisition to ensure that the correct supplier is specified.
  Compare this with the supplier defined in the outline agreement.
  
  
  
  Review Outline Agreement:
  
  Open the outline agreement in SAP and confirm that it is set up for the correct supplier.
  Ensure that the relevant conditions and items are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If there are any discrepancies, correct the supplier information in the purchase requisition or the outline agreement as necessary.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If there have been changes to the supplier master data, ensure that all relevant documents (including purchase requisitions and outline agreements) are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct supplier or outline agreement, consult with your procurement or purchasing team for clarification.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction ME5A:
  
  You can use transaction ME5A to display purchase requisitions and check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), ME5A (Display Purchase Requisitions).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to procurement and subcontracting processes for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME581 error and ensure that your procurement processes run smoothly.