How To Fix MM_PUR_RFQ019 - Bidder &1 cannot be used because it is blocked.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_RFQ - Message class of MM PUR RFQ

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Bidder &1 cannot be used because it is blocked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_RFQ019 - Bidder &1 cannot be used because it is blocked. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_RFQ019 indicates that a specific bidder (vendor) cannot be used in a request for quotation (RFQ) because they are blocked. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and solution can help you resolve the issue effectively.
  Cause:
  
  
  Vendor Blocked: The vendor may be blocked in the system due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Payment issues.
  Quality issues.
  Non-compliance with contractual obligations.
  Administrative reasons (e.g., vendor not meeting certain criteria).
  
  
  
  Purchasing Organization Block: The vendor may be blocked specifically for the purchasing organization you are working with.
  
  
  Vendor Status: The vendor's status may be set to inactive or blocked in the vendor master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Enter the vendor number and check the status. Look for any indicators that show the vendor is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Vendor:
  
  If the vendor is blocked, you may need to unblock them. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the vendor master data (transaction code XK02 or MK02).
  Selecting the appropriate purchasing organization and unchecking the block indicator.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Block Reasons:
  
  Investigate the reasons for the block. If it is due to quality issues or payment problems, you may need to resolve those issues before unblocking the vendor.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the authority to unblock the vendor, consult with the procurement or finance department to understand the reason for the block and to get the necessary approvals.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Info Record:
  
  Ensure that there is a valid purchasing info record for the vendor and material combination you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and change vendor master data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing vendor master data and handling blocked vendors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.