How To Fix MMPUR_SRCSLIST014 - Only active entries can be marked as default.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_SRCSLIST - Instance Supplier List Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Only active entries can be marked as default.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_SRCSLIST014 - Only active entries can be marked as default. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_SRCSLIST014 indicates that you are trying to set a default source for a purchasing document, but the entry you are attempting to mark as default is not active. This typically occurs in the context of source list maintenance in SAP, where you manage the sources of supply for materials.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Inactive Source: The source you are trying to set as default is not active. Inactive sources cannot be marked as default.
  Source List Configuration: The source list may not be properly configured, or the entry may have been marked as inactive due to various reasons (e.g., expiration date, manual deactivation).
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the selection of the source list entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Source List Entries:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME01 (Create Source List) or ME03 (Display Source List).
  Enter the material number and plant to view the source list.
  Check the status of the source list entries. Ensure that the entry you want to mark as default is active.
  
  
  
  Activate the Source:
  
  If the source is inactive, you can activate it by editing the source list entry.
  In the source list, select the inactive entry and change its status to active. Make sure that the validity dates are correct and that the entry is not expired.
  
  
  
  Set Default Source:
  
  Once the source is active, you can then proceed to mark it as the default source.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the validity dates for the source list entry are set correctly. If the entry is outside of its validity period, it will be considered inactive.
  
  
  
  Check for Manual Deactivation:
  
  If the source was manually deactivated, you may need to consult with your procurement team or the person responsible for maintaining the source list to understand why it was deactivated.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME03: Display Source List
  ME02: Change Source List
  
  
  Source List Maintenance: Understanding how to maintain source lists is crucial for effective procurement processes in SAP.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the source list.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully mark the desired source as default. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.