How To Fix /SAPAPO/VMI_APO026 - VEGRP or NRTYPE fields (or both) have to be filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/VMI_APO -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: VEGRP or NRTYPE fields (or both) have to be filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/VMI_APO026 - VEGRP or NRTYPE fields (or both) have to be filled ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/VMI_APO026 indicates that the fields VEGRP (Vendor Group) or NRTYPE (Notification Type) are required but have not been filled in the context of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically occurs when trying to create or process a VMI-related document or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The error is primarily caused by the absence of required fields in the VMI setup. Either the Vendor Group (VEGRP) or the Notification Type (NRTYPE) is not populated in the relevant transaction or master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the VMI or APO system that require these fields to be filled but are not set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the vendor or product may not be complete, leading to missing values for these fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Fill Required Fields:
  
  Ensure that the VEGRP and NRTYPE fields are filled in the relevant transaction. This can typically be done in the VMI document or during the creation of the VMI master data.
  If you are using a transaction code to create or modify VMI data, check the input screen for these fields and ensure they are populated.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the vendor and product involved in the transaction. Ensure that the Vendor Group and Notification Type are correctly defined and assigned.
  You can check the vendor master data using transaction codes like MK03 (Display Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor) to ensure that the necessary fields are filled.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the VMI configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the APO system or the integration settings between SAP ERP and APO.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or APO consultant to ensure that the configuration aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to VMI and the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/VMI for VMI-related activities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the required fields in the VMI setup.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/VMI_APO026 and ensure that the necessary fields are populated for successful VMI processing.