How To Fix MW198 - No supply source found for some plants in items

MW198 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 198

• Message text: No supply source found for some plants in items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW198 - No supply source found for some plants in items ?

  The SAP error message MW198 ("No supply source found for some plants in items") typically occurs during the procurement process when the system is unable to find a valid supply source for the materials specified in a purchase requisition or purchase order. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Source List: The source list for the material may not be maintained, or the relevant plant may not be included in the source list.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master may not have the necessary purchasing data set up for the specific plant.
  Vendor Data Issues: The vendor may not be assigned to the material for the specific plant, or the vendor may not be active.
  Purchasing Info Record: There may be no purchasing info record for the material and vendor combination for the specific plant.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant may not have been set