How To Fix MM_PUR_QTN018 - Bidder ID is mandatory for quotation creation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Bidder ID is mandatory for quotation creation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_QTN018 - Bidder ID is mandatory for quotation creation. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_QTN018 indicates that a Bidder ID is mandatory for creating a quotation in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create a quotation without specifying a valid Bidder ID, which is essential for identifying the vendor or supplier associated with the quotation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bidder ID: The most common cause of this error is that the Bidder ID field is left blank during the quotation creation process.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a Bidder ID for quotation creation, and these settings are not being met.
  User Role/Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or input the Bidder ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Bidder ID: Ensure that you enter a valid Bidder ID in the appropriate field when creating the quotation. This ID should correspond to a vendor or supplier that is registered in the system.
  Check Vendor Master Data: Verify that the vendor you are trying to associate with the quotation is correctly set up in the vendor master data. Ensure that the vendor is active and has the necessary purchasing information.
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to quotation creation in the purchasing module to ensure that the Bidder ID is set as a mandatory field.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user creating the quotation has the necessary authorizations to input the Bidder ID. If not, contact your SAP administrator to review and adjust user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in transactions such as ME41 (Create Quotation) or ME47 (Maintain Quotation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training: If users frequently encounter this error, consider providing training on the quotation creation process to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_QTN018 error and successfully create a quotation in SAP.