How To Fix QB115 - Supplier is not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QB - Message IDs for QM in procurement

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Supplier is not released

What causes this issue?

A supplier release is required by the QM control key in the Quality
Management view of the material master.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

To use the supplier for purchasing activities, a supplier release by
date or quantity is required in the Q-info record for material &V1&,
revision level &V2&, supplier &V3&, and plant &V4&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QB115 - Supplier is not released ?

  The SAP error message QB115, which states "Supplier is not released," typically occurs in the context of procurement and supplier management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the supplier you are trying to use for a transaction (such as creating a purchase order or a purchase requisition) is not released for use in the relevant purchasing organization or company code.
  Causes:
  
  Supplier Status: The supplier may be in a blocked or inactive status. This can happen if the supplier has not been approved or if there are issues with their compliance or performance.
  Purchasing Organization: The supplier may not be assigned to the specific purchasing organization or company code you are trying to use.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the supplier master record that prevents it from being released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the supplier.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Supplier Status:
  
  Go to the supplier master data (transaction code MK03 for display).
  Verify the status of the supplier. If it is blocked or inactive, you may need to release it (transaction code MK02 for change).
  
  
  
  Assign to Purchasing Organization:
  
  Ensure that the supplier is assigned to the correct purchasing organization. This can be checked in the supplier master data.
  If not assigned, you can add the supplier to the relevant purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check for any missing or incorrect information in the supplier master record. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the supplier has the necessary data for the specific purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and use the supplier.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the supplier's status or the process for releasing a supplier, consult with your procurement or supplier management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MK03: Display Supplier Master
  MK02: Change Supplier Master
  MK01: Create Supplier Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on supplier management and procurement processes for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QB115 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.