How To Fix PK115 - Not possible to maintain supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Not possible to maintain supplier

What causes this issue?

In external procurement without the use of purchase orders you cannot
specify a supplier.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK115 - Not possible to maintain supplier ?

  The SAP error message PK115, which states "Not possible to maintain supplier," typically occurs when there are issues related to the supplier master data or the configuration settings in the SAP system. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain supplier data.
  Inactive Supplier: The supplier may be marked as inactive or blocked in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing mandatory fields in the supplier master data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for supplier management may not be set up correctly.
  Vendor Account Group Restrictions: The vendor account group may have restrictions that prevent changes to certain fields.
  Status of the Supplier: The supplier may be in a status that does not allow for maintenance (e.g., under review or pending approval).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain supplier data. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with the security team.
  Review Supplier Status: Check the status of the supplier in the system. If the supplier is inactive or blocked, you may need to reactivate or unblock it.
  Complete Mandatory Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields in the supplier master data are filled out correctly. You can check the required fields in the vendor account group settings.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for supplier management in the SAP system. This may involve checking the vendor account groups and their settings.
  Consult with Functional Team: If the issue persists, consult with the SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in vendor management to identify any underlying configuration issues.
  Transaction Code: Use transaction codes like XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor) to attempt to maintain the supplier data and see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), and XK03 (Display Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for PK115 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to supplier/vendor management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team to investigate further.