How To Fix PAB003 - Vendor &1 does not match the vendor in scheduling agt &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAB - JIT calls

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Vendor &1 does not match the vendor in scheduling agt &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAB003 - Vendor &1 does not match the vendor in scheduling agt &2 ?

  The SAP error message PAB003 indicates a mismatch between the vendor specified in a purchase order or scheduling agreement and the vendor associated with the scheduling agreement itself. This error typically arises in the context of procurement and materials management when there is an attempt to process a document that references a vendor that does not match the expected vendor in the scheduling agreement.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Mismatch: The vendor specified in the purchase order or scheduling agreement does not match the vendor defined in the scheduling agreement.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document (e.g., purchase order) may be referencing the wrong scheduling agreement or vendor.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or modifying purchase orders or scheduling agreements.
  Changes in Vendor Master Data: Changes made to the vendor master data that are not reflected in the scheduling agreement.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Vendor Information: Check the vendor information in both the scheduling agreement and the purchase order. Ensure that they match.
  
  Use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Scheduling Agreement) and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review the details.
  
  
  
  Correct the Purchase Order: If the vendor in the purchase order is incorrect, update the purchase order to reflect the correct vendor that matches the scheduling agreement.
  
  You can do this using transaction code ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  
  
  
  Update Scheduling Agreement: If the scheduling agreement needs to be updated to reflect a new vendor, you can do this using transaction code ME32K (Change Scheduling Agreement).
  
  
  Check for Changes in Vendor Master: If there have been recent changes to the vendor master data, ensure that all relevant documents are updated accordingly.
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unsure about the correct vendor or scheduling agreement, consult with your procurement or purchasing team for clarification.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME33K: Display Scheduling Agreement
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME32K: Change Scheduling Agreement
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master data is correctly maintained and that any changes are communicated to relevant stakeholders.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more details on managing vendors and scheduling agreements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PAB003 error and ensure that your procurement processes run smoothly.