How To Fix MM701 - Cannot change the manufacturer part; manufacturer is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Cannot change the manufacturer part; manufacturer is blocked

What causes this issue?

You want to change data about a manufacturer part. The master data for
the corresponding vendor may include personal data and is blocked.

System Response

To protect personal data, it?s not possible to change the manufacturer
part.

How to fix this error?

If you are sure that you want to display the manufacturer part, use
transaction <DS><DS:TRAN.BUP_REQ_UNBLK>BUP_REQ_UNBLK</></> to request
that the corresponding vendor be unblocked.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM701 - Cannot change the manufacturer part; manufacturer is blocked ?

  The SAP error message MM701 ("Cannot change the manufacturer part; manufacturer is blocked") typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when you attempt to change the manufacturer part of a material that is associated with a manufacturer that has been marked as blocked in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as the manufacturer being inactive, under review, or having other restrictions placed on it.
  Cause:
  
  Blocked Manufacturer: The manufacturer associated with the part is marked as blocked in the system.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes to materials linked to blocked manufacturers to avoid inconsistencies in procurement and inventory management.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the manufacturer part.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM701 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Manufacturer Status:
  
  Go to the manufacturer master data (transaction code MK01 or MK02) and check the status of the manufacturer.
  If the manufacturer is blocked, you will need to unblock it if appropriate. This can be done by changing the status in the manufacturer master data.
  
  
  
  Unblock Manufacturer:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the status of the manufacturer from blocked to active.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing vendor or manufacturer data to request the change.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the blocking of the manufacturer is in line with your business processes. If the manufacturer is blocked for a valid reason (e.g., quality issues), consider whether it is appropriate to unblock it.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to manufacturer parts. If not, contact your SAP security team to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding manufacturer management in your organization to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MK01: Create Manufacturer
  MK02: Change Manufacturer
  MK03: Display Manufacturer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up in the SAP system to allow for necessary changes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.