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Message type: E = Error
Message class: OAA_VENDOR - Message Class for Vendor Integration
Message number: 008
Message text: Article ID / material number of vendor / GTIN are all initial
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OAA_VENDOR008
- Article ID / material number of vendor / GTIN are all initial ?The SAP error message OAA_VENDOR008 indicates that there is an issue with the vendor data, specifically that the article ID (material number), vendor number, and GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) are all initial (i.e., empty or not filled in). This error typically occurs in the context of vendor master data or when trying to create or update purchasing documents.
Cause:
- Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the required fields (article ID, vendor number, and GTIN) are not populated in the system. This can happen if the data entry was incomplete or if there was an issue during data migration.
- Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper linking of vendor data to material data.
- Data Integrity Issues: There could be integrity issues in the database where the relationships between vendors and materials are not correctly established.
Solution:
- Check Data Entry: Ensure that the article ID, vendor number, and GTIN are correctly entered in the relevant fields. If you are creating a new vendor or material, make sure all required fields are filled out.
- Vendor Master Data: Go to the vendor master data (transaction code
XK01
for creating orXK02
for changing) and verify that the vendor number is correctly assigned and that the necessary data is filled in.- Material Master Data: Check the material master data (transaction code
MM01
for creating orMM02
for changing) to ensure that the material number is correctly assigned and that the GTIN is populated if required.- Configuration Check: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to vendor and material data to ensure that they are correctly configured to allow for the necessary links.
- Data Migration: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary data was transferred correctly.
- Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related processes.
Related Information:
XK01
, XK02
, MM01
, MM02
, and ME21N
(for creating purchase orders).If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.
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