How To Fix OPS_SE_SHP014 - Vendor &1 not found in referenced purchase order

OPS_SE_SHP014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_SHP - Proxy Messages for Delivery Services

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Vendor &1 not found in referenced purchase order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_SHP014 - Vendor &1 not found in referenced purchase order ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_SHP014 indicates that the system cannot find the specified vendor in the referenced purchase order. This error typically occurs during processes such as goods receipt, invoice verification, or when trying to create a delivery for a purchase order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Assigned: The vendor specified in the transaction is not assigned to the purchase order.
  Incorrect Purchase Order: The purchase order number entered may be incorrect or does not exist.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor may have been deactivated or deleted in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or the purchase order data.
  Purchase Order Type: The purchase order type may not be compatible with the vendor.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Purchase Order: Check the purchase order number to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Vendor Assignment: Open the purchase order in the system and verify that the vendor is correctly assigned. If not, you may need to