How To Fix ME_AUTO131 - Error assigning mail partner for message to vendor &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME_AUTO - IS Automotive: Scheduling Agreement Messages

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Error assigning mail partner for message to vendor &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME_AUTO131 - Error assigning mail partner for message to vendor &1 ?

  The SAP error message ME_AUTO131, which states "Error assigning mail partner for message to vendor &1," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system is unable to determine the appropriate email partner for sending messages to a vendor.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Email Address: The vendor master record may not have a valid email address assigned for the communication type (e.g., order confirmation, purchase order).
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function used for sending messages may not be correctly configured or may not exist for the vendor.
  Message Type Configuration: The message type configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in determining the mail partner.
  Vendor Status: The vendor may be inactive or blocked, which can prevent the system from sending messages.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to send the message may not have the necessary authorizations to access the vendor's email information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Verify that the email address is correctly maintained in the relevant partner function (e.g., "Ordering Address" or "Invoice Address").
  Ensure that the vendor is active and not blocked.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Functions:
  
  Check the partner functions assigned to the vendor in the vendor master data.
  Ensure that the correct partner function is being used for the message type you are trying to send.
  
  
  
  Message Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for the message type in the SAP system (transaction code NACE).
  Ensure that the message type is correctly set up to determine the mail partner.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access vendor data and send messages.
  
  
  
  Test Sending Messages:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, try to resend the message to the vendor to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK03 or MK03 for viewing vendor master data.
  NACE for message type configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ME_AUTO131.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for message determination and partner functions in purchasing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.