How To Fix MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS068 - No Purchasing data exists for selected vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Material/Vendor Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 068

• Message text: No Purchasing data exists for selected vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS068 - No Purchasing data exists for selected vendor ?

  The SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS068 indicates that there is no purchasing data available for the selected vendor in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a purchase order, a contract, or any other purchasing-related document.
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor may not have been created in the system or may not be active.
  Purchasing Data Missing: The vendor exists, but the purchasing data (such as purchasing organization, purchasing info records, etc.) has not been maintained.
  Vendor Blocked: The vendor may be blocked for purchasing activities, which can prevent any transactions from being processed.
  Incorrect Vendor Selection: The vendor selected may not be the correct one for the purchasing organization or may not be relevant for the specific transaction.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems, leading to missing purchasing data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03) and verify that the vendor exists and is active.
  Ensure that the purchasing data is maintained for the relevant purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Maintain Purchasing Data:
  
  If the purchasing data is missing, you can maintain it using transaction code XK01 (for creating a vendor) or XK02 (for changing a vendor).
  Ensure that the necessary purchasing information, such as purchasing organization, terms of payment, and conditions, is filled out.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Verify if the vendor is blocked for purchasing. You can check this in the vendor master data. If it is blocked, you may need to unblock it.
  
  
  
  Correct Vendor Selection:
  
  Ensure that you are selecting the correct vendor for the transaction. Double-check the vendor number and the associated purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your IT department or SAP support team to investigate any underlying issues with the vendor data or system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to vendor master data and purchasing processes for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary purchasing data is available for the selected vendor.