How To Fix MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG052 - The selected item is not assigned to a supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: The selected item is not assigned to a supplier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG052 - The selected item is not assigned to a supplier ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG052 indicates that the selected item is not assigned to a supplier. This typically occurs in the context of procurement processes where a material or item is expected to have a supplier associated with it, but it does not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier Assignment: The item you are trying to procure does not have a supplier assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master record may not have been set up correctly, or the supplier information may not have been maintained.
  Purchasing Info Record: There may be no purchasing info record created for the material and supplier combination.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There could be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify if the supplier is assigned under the purchasing view.
  If not, you may need to create or update the material master to include the supplier.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Purchasing Info Record:
  
  Use transaction code ME11 to create a new purchasing info record for the material and the supplier.
  Ensure that the necessary details such as pricing, terms, and conditions are filled out.
  
  
  
  Assign Supplier:
  
  If the supplier is not assigned, you can assign it through the purchasing info record or directly in the material master.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master:
  
  Ensure that the vendor (supplier) is active and properly set up in the vendor master (transaction code XK03).
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order:
  
  If you are trying to create a purchase order, ensure that the item you are trying to order is correctly linked to a supplier in the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  XK03: Display Vendor Master
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing material and vendor data.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit material and vendor data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the item is properly assigned to a supplier in your SAP system.