How To Fix MW034 - Supplier &1 not adopted. Supplier identical to receiving plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Supplier &1 not adopted. Supplier identical to receiving plant

What causes this issue?

You selected vendor &V1& as a source of supply. Vendor &V1& is the same
as the receiving plant &V2&.

System Response

The selected vendor is not accepted as the source of supply.

How to fix this error?

Select another vendor.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW034 - Supplier &1 not adopted. Supplier identical to receiving plant ?

  The SAP error message MW034 ("Supplier &1 not adopted. Supplier identical to receiving plant") typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes. This error indicates that the system has detected that the supplier you are trying to use is the same as the receiving plant, which is not allowed in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Supplier and Plant Identity: The error arises when the supplier number you are trying to use is the same as the plant number. In SAP, a plant is considered a location where materials are produced or stored, while a supplier is an external entity from which materials are procured.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings may be configured to prevent the use of a plant as a supplier to avoid confusion in procurement processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supplier and Plant Configuration:
  
  Verify the supplier number and the plant number in the system. Ensure that they are not identical.
  If they are the same, you will need to use a different supplier that is not identical to the plant.
  
  
  
  Create a New Supplier:
  
  If the supplier is indeed the same as the plant, consider creating a new supplier record in the system that can be used for procurement purposes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Procurement Process:
  
  Review the procurement process to ensure that the correct supplier is being selected for the purchase order or procurement document.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Configuration Team:
  
  If you believe this error is occurring incorrectly, consult with your SAP support team or the configuration team to review the settings and determine if any adjustments are needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review and modify the purchase order details.
  Master Data: Ensure that the master data for both suppliers and plants is correctly maintained in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on supplier and plant configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MW034 error and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.