How To Fix MM_PUR_QTN017 - Bidder &1 is marked for deletion.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_QTN - Message class of MM PUR QTN

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Bidder &1 is marked for deletion.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_QTN017 - Bidder &1 is marked for deletion. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_QTN017, which states "Bidder &1 is marked for deletion," typically occurs in the context of procurement processes, particularly when dealing with requests for quotations (RFQs) or bids. This error indicates that the bidder (vendor) you are trying to use in a quotation or RFQ has been flagged for deletion in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Vendor Marked for Deletion: The most common cause of this error is that the vendor (bidder) has been marked for deletion in the vendor master data. This can happen for various reasons, such as the vendor no longer being active, business decisions, or data cleanup processes.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, data integrity issues or incorrect configurations in the vendor master data can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general view or MK03 for purchasing view).
  Enter the vendor number and check if the vendor is marked for deletion. If it is, you will see a deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag. This can be done by using transaction code XK02 (to change vendor master data).
  Navigate to the relevant view (e.g., purchasing view) and uncheck the "Marked for Deletion" checkbox.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the vendor status, consult with your procurement or master data management team to address the issue.
  
  
  
  Create a New Vendor:
  
  If the vendor is permanently inactive and cannot be reactivated, consider creating a new vendor record for future transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is structured and maintained in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing the different views (general, purchasing, accounting) and how they affect procurement processes.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to view and modify vendor master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing vendor data and handling deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_QTN017 error and continue with your procurement activities.