How To Fix MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR052 - Supplier &1 is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR - Messages in Central Purchase Contract

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Supplier &1 is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR052 - Supplier &1 is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR052 indicates that the supplier (vendor) specified in the transaction is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system cannot recognize the supplier due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Vendor: The vendor may be marked as inactive in the system.
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor may not have been created in the system or may not exist in the specified purchasing organization.
  Vendor Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data related to the vendor, such as address, payment terms, or other required fields.
  Purchasing Organization Assignment: The vendor may not be assigned to the purchasing organization that is being used in the transaction.
  Vendor Blocked: The vendor may be blocked for purchasing activities due to various reasons (e.g., financial issues, compliance, etc.).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03) and check if the vendor is active and exists in the system.
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Vendor Creation:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, create the vendor using transaction code XK01 or MK01, ensuring all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Data:
  
  Verify that all necessary data for the vendor is complete and correct. This includes address, payment terms, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Blocking:
  
  If the vendor is blocked, you may need to unblock it or resolve the issues causing the block. This can be done in the vendor master data screen.
  
  
  
  Consult with the Purchasing Department:
  
  If you are unsure about the vendor's status or need to make changes, consult with your purchasing department or the team responsible for vendor management.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify vendor data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK01: Create Vendor
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to vendor management and purchasing that may address known issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for vendor master data management for detailed procedures and guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.