How To Fix MMPUR_SUPLRLIST013 - Enter a purchaser responsible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_SUPLRLIST - Supplier list messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Enter a purchaser responsible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_SUPLRLIST013 - Enter a purchaser responsible. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_SUPLRLIST013 indicates that a purchaser responsible for a supplier list has not been entered. This error typically occurs in the context of supplier management or procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects a purchaser responsible (a specific user or role responsible for procurement activities) to be assigned to a supplier or a purchasing document, but this information is missing. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Data: The purchaser responsible field is left blank in the supplier master data or in the relevant purchasing document.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle purchaser assignments.
  User Role Issues: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Supplier Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the supplier master data (transaction code MK01 for creating or MK02 for changing).
  Ensure that the "Purchaser" field is filled in with the appropriate purchaser responsible.
  
  
  
  Update Purchasing Document:
  
  If the error occurs while processing a purchasing document, check the document for the purchaser responsible field and fill it in if it is empty.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and modify the purchaser responsible field.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to purchasing and supplier management to ensure that the purchaser responsible is a required field and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to the error message.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MK01, MK02, ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  User Roles: Understand the roles and authorizations required for users involved in procurement processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message MMPUR_SUPLRLIST013.