How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOM074 - Associated vendor &2 does not exist for subcontractor &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOM -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Associated vendor &2 does not exist for subcontractor &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOM074 - Associated vendor &2 does not exist for subcontractor &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOM074 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a subcontractor in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that the associated vendor for the specified subcontractor does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Vendor Master Data: The vendor associated with the subcontractor is not defined in the vendor master data.
  Incorrect Vendor Assignment: The subcontractor may be incorrectly assigned to a vendor that does not exist or is inactive.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different SAP systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP APO).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the subcontractor or vendor may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Verify that the vendor number associated with the subcontractor exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Verify Subcontractor Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the subcontractor in the relevant master data (e.g., material master or vendor master).
  Ensure that the subcontractor is correctly linked to the appropriate vendor.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Vendor:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, create a new vendor using the transaction code (e.g., XK01 for create).
  If the vendor exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you are using multiple systems, ensure that the vendor data is synchronized across systems. You may need to run data transfer programs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to subcontracting and vendor management to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing subcontractors and vendors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), XK03 (Display Vendor)
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that both vendor and material master data are correctly maintained.
  APO Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the APO system related to subcontracting and vendor management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/LOM074 and ensure that the subcontractor and vendor data are correctly configured in your SAP system.