How To Fix RW651 - Vendor &1 is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RW - Interface to Accounting

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Vendor &1 is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RW651 - Vendor &1 is blocked ?

  The SAP error message RW651 indicates that a vendor is blocked for purchasing activities. This can occur for various reasons, such as the vendor being marked as blocked in the vendor master data, or due to specific purchasing organization settings.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Master Data Blocked: The vendor has been flagged as blocked in the vendor master record. This can happen if the vendor has outstanding issues, such as payment problems or compliance issues.
  Purchasing Organization Block: The vendor may be blocked for a specific purchasing organization, which means that while they may be active in other areas, they cannot be used for purchasing in the specified organization.
  Status Changes: The vendor's status may have been changed due to internal policies or external factors, leading to a block.
  Payment Block: Sometimes, a vendor may be blocked for payment reasons, which can also affect their ability to be used in purchasing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general view or MK03 for purchasing view).
  Check the status of the vendor. Look for any indicators that show the vendor is blocked.
  If the vendor is blocked, you may need to consult with your procurement or finance department to understand the reason for the block.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Vendor:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock the vendor by going to the vendor master data (transaction code XK02 for general view or MK02 for purchasing view) and changing the status.
  Ensure that all necessary approvals are obtained before unblocking the vendor.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure why the vendor is blocked, consult with your procurement, finance, or compliance departments to get clarity on the situation.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Organization Settings:
  
  If the vendor is blocked for a specific purchasing organization, check the settings for that organization to see if there are any specific restrictions or requirements that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor Master Data
  XK02: Change Vendor Master Data
  MK03: Display Purchasing View of Vendor
  MK02: Change Purchasing View of Vendor
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on vendor management and the implications of blocking/unblocking vendors.
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to view and modify vendor master data.
  
  
  Audit Trail: Keep a record of any changes made to vendor statuses for compliance and auditing purposes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RW651 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.