How To Fix MM702 - Cannot access 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: 702

• Message text: Cannot access manufacturer part; manufacturer is blocked

What causes this issue?

You want to display 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 display 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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM702 - Cannot access manufacturer part; manufacturer is blocked ?

  The SAP error message MM702: "Cannot access manufacturer part; manufacturer is blocked" typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when there is an attempt to access a manufacturer part that has been marked as blocked in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as data integrity issues, business rules, or administrative actions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Manufacturer: The manufacturer associated with the part is marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The manufacturer is no longer a valid supplier.
  The manufacturer has been flagged for quality issues.
  Administrative decisions to block the manufacturer for compliance or contractual reasons.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process, leading to incorrect manufacturer information being linked to the part.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow access to certain manufacturers based on specific criteria or settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Manufacturer Status:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MK03 for displaying vendor details) and check the status of the manufacturer. If the manufacturer is blocked, you will need to determine the reason for the block.
  
  
  
  Unblock Manufacturer:
  
  If it is appropriate to unblock the manufacturer, you can do so by using the transaction MK02 (Change Vendor) and removing the block status. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  If the manufacturer is blocked for valid reasons (e.g., quality issues), consider finding an alternative manufacturer or supplier for the part.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure why the manufacturer is blocked, consult with the procurement or quality assurance departments to understand the implications of unblocking the manufacturer.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data entered for the manufacturer part is correct and corresponds to an active and unblocked manufacturer.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MK03: Display Vendor
  MK02: Change Vendor
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or change vendor information.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing vendor and manufacturer data.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP Help Portal for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM702 error and access the manufacturer part as needed.