How To Fix MPN03009 - Vendor & is blocked as the source of supply for source list &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN03 - MPN Message: PM/PP Orders

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Vendor & is blocked as the source of supply for source list &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN03009 - Vendor & is blocked as the source of supply for source list & ?

  The SAP error message MPN03009 indicates that a vendor is blocked as a source of supply for a specific source list. This typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes within SAP. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Blocked: The vendor in question has been marked as blocked in the vendor master data. This could be due to various reasons, such as performance issues, quality concerns, or administrative decisions.
  Source List Configuration: The source list for the material may have been configured to only allow certain vendors, and the vendor in question is not permitted.
  Purchasing Info Record: The purchasing info record for the material and vendor combination may indicate that the vendor is not valid for procurement.
  Material Status: The material itself may have a status that prevents procurement from the vendor.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03) and check if the vendor is blocked. If it is blocked, you may need to unblock it (transaction code XK02 or MK02), provided you have the necessary authorization and it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Review Source List:
  
  Check the source list for the material (transaction code ME01 or ME03) to see if the vendor is listed and if it is marked as blocked. If necessary, you can update the source list to include the vendor or change its status.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Info Record:
  
  Review the purchasing info record for the material and vendor (transaction code ME13) to ensure that the vendor is valid for procurement. If the record is missing or incorrect, you may need to create or update it.
  
  
  
  Material Status:
  
  Check the material status in the material master (transaction code MM03). Ensure that the material is not blocked for procurement.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team:
  
  If you are unsure about unblocking a vendor or making changes, consult with your procurement or purchasing team to understand the implications and ensure compliance with company policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03 / MK03: Display Vendor Master
  XK02 / MK02: Change Vendor Master
  ME01 / ME03: Maintain Source List
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor master data, source lists, and purchasing info records.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing vendor relationships and procurement processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPN03009 error and restore the vendor as a valid source of supply for the specified material.