How To Fix PFM_1312 - Vendor associated with contract is different from commitment vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_1 - Message class for POCLIS

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Vendor associated with contract is different from commitment vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_1312 - Vendor associated with contract is different from commitment vendor ?

  The SAP error message PFM_1312 indicates that there is a mismatch between the vendor associated with a contract and the vendor associated with a commitment in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Contract Management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Mismatch: The vendor specified in the contract does not match the vendor specified in the commitment (e.g., purchase order, service order).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry when creating the contract or commitment.
  Changes in Vendor Master Data: If the vendor master data was changed after the contract or commitment was created, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Vendor Information:
  
  Check the vendor details in both the contract and the commitment. Ensure that they are the same.
  If there is a discrepancy, update the contract or commitment to reflect the correct vendor.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the vendor master data has changed, ensure that all related documents (contracts, commitments) are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Recreate Documents:
  
  In some cases, it may be necessary to delete and recreate the contract or commitment to ensure that they are aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correct and that there are no underlying issues causing the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to contracts and commitments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), or ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to review and modify the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on contract management and commitment processing for more detailed information on how these components interact.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.