How To Fix ML022 - Enter a supplier or a selection indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ML - Purchasing: Supplier Evaluation

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Enter a supplier or a selection indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ML022 - Enter a supplier or a selection indicator ?

  The SAP error message ML022 ("Enter a supplier or a selection indicator") typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) when you are trying to perform an action that requires specifying a supplier (vendor) but none has been provided. This error can arise in various transactions, such as when creating or processing purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoice verifications.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to execute a transaction that requires a vendor number, but the vendor field is left blank.
  The system expects either a specific vendor to be entered or a selection indicator (like a range of vendors) to be specified, but neither is provided.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ML022 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Vendor Number: 
  
  Ensure that you enter a valid vendor number in the appropriate field. This is usually found in the vendor section of the transaction screen.
  
  
  
  Use a Selection Indicator:
  
  If applicable, you can use a selection indicator to specify a range of vendors. This is often done in reports or mass processing transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Required Fields:
  
  Make sure that all mandatory fields in the transaction are filled out correctly. Sometimes, other missing information can lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that you are in the correct transaction context where a vendor is required. If you are in a transaction that does not require a vendor, you may need to switch to the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required fields or how to proceed, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources specific to the transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing and inventory management, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), or MIRO (Invoice Verification).
  Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master data is correctly set up in the system. You can check this using transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor).
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, user authorizations can affect the ability to view or select vendors. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ML022 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.