How To Fix MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS005 - Vendor & not yet created by purchasing organization &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Material/Vendor Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Vendor & not yet created by purchasing organization &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS005 - Vendor & not yet created by purchasing organization & ?

  The SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS005 typically indicates that a vendor has not been created for the specified purchasing organization. This error often arises during the procurement process when trying to create a purchase order or when performing vendor-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor has not been created in the system for the specific purchasing organization you are trying to use.
  Vendor Data Incomplete: The vendor exists, but the necessary data for the purchasing organization is incomplete or missing.
  Incorrect Purchasing Organization: The purchasing organization specified in the transaction does not match the one for which the vendor is created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor (Purchasing)) and check if the vendor exists for the specified purchasing organization.
  If the vendor does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor (Purchasing)).
  
  
  
  Create Vendor for the Purchasing Organization:
  
  If the vendor exists but is not created for the specific purchasing organization, you can create the vendor for that organization.
  Ensure that you fill in all required fields, including the purchasing organization data.
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Data:
  
  If the vendor exists, check if all necessary data is complete and correct. This includes payment terms, address, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify vendor data in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the vendor creation process or if you encounter issues, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for vendor management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master data is maintained correctly, including the necessary purchasing organization data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on vendor management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.