How To Fix QG222 - Manufacturer & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QG - QM: Evaluation of inspection results

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Manufacturer & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QG222 - Manufacturer & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message QG222, which states "Manufacturer & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of quality management or material management when the system cannot find a specified manufacturer in the database. This can happen during various processes, such as creating or updating material master records, quality notifications, or inspection plans.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Manufacturer Data: The manufacturer you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the manufacturer has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not be set up correctly to recognize the manufacturer.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the manufacturer data may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the manufacturer data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Manufacturer Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master) and check if the manufacturer exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., using the transaction code MK01 for creating a vendor or MM01 for creating a material).
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Ensure that the manufacturer name or code is entered correctly without any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Create Manufacturer:
  
  If the manufacturer does not exist, create a new manufacturer record in the system. This typically involves entering details such as the manufacturer name, address, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the system to ensure that the manufacturer data is being pulled correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the material master or vendor master.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and view manufacturer data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing manufacturer data and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, MK01, and MK02 for managing material and manufacturer data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QG222 error and ensure that the manufacturer data is correctly set up in your SAP system.