How To Fix PK035 - Enter the purchasing organization and vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Enter the purchasing organization and vendor

What causes this issue?

If you want to specify a supply source, you can either enter,
a vendor and purchasing organization
or
an outline agreement

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

It is not sufficient just to enter only a vendor or a purchasing
organization to define a supply source.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK035 - Enter the purchasing organization and vendor ?

  The SAP error message PK035, which states "Enter the purchasing organization and vendor," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the system requires both a purchasing organization and a vendor to be specified in order to proceed with the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The purchasing organization and vendor fields are either blank or not filled in correctly in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the proper assignment of purchasing organizations to vendors.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required fields or may have entered them incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the purchasing organization and vendor fields are filled in correctly. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME21N for creating a purchase order).
  Verifying that the purchasing organization and vendor are specified in the appropriate fields.
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor you are trying to use is set up correctly in the system. You can check this by:
  
  Going to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Verifying that the vendor is assigned to the correct purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check: If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings for purchasing organizations and vendors:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to the relevant sections under "Materials Management" to ensure that the purchasing organization is properly configured and linked to the vendor.
  
  
  
  User Training: If this error is frequently encountered, consider providing additional training to users on how to correctly enter purchasing documents.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary roles and authorizations to create or modify purchasing documents.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.