How To Fix SAPLWSVD105 - Supplier is blocked; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSVD -

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Supplier is blocked; see long text

What causes this issue?

You want to display or change master data related to a vendor. The
master data for the vendor may include personal data and is blocked.

System Response

The system does not display any data related to the vendor to protect
personal data, and you cannot change data for this vendor.

How to fix this error?

If you are sure that you want to display or change data related to the
vendor, use transaction <DS:TRAN.BUP_REQ_UNBLK>BUP_REQ_UNBLK</> to
request unblocking.
If you cannot use this transaction in your system, contact a business
user who is authorized to display blocked data or to unblock data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSVD105 - Supplier is blocked; see long text ?

  The SAP error message "SAPLWSVD105 Supplier is blocked; see long text" indicates that the supplier you are trying to work with is currently blocked in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as compliance issues, payment problems, or internal company policies.
  Cause:
  
  
  Supplier Blocked Status: The supplier has been marked as blocked in the vendor master data. This could be due to:
  
  Payment issues (e.g., overdue invoices).
  Compliance or regulatory issues.
  Internal company policies regarding supplier management.
  Manual blocking by a user or department.
  
  
  
  Specific Blocking Reasons: There may be specific reasons for the block, such as:
  
  Blocked for purchasing.
  Blocked for accounting.
  Blocked for both purchasing and accounting.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you will need to unblock the supplier in the vendor master data. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor for Purchasing).
  Enter the vendor number and select the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Check Block Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant tabs (e.g., "Purchasing Data" or "Accounting Data") to check the block status.
  Look for any indicators that show the supplier is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Supplier:
  
  If the supplier is blocked, you can remove the block by unchecking the relevant block indicators.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Review the Reason for Blocking:
  
  It is important to understand why the supplier was blocked in the first place. Review any internal policies or compliance requirements before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Communicate with Relevant Departments:
  
  If necessary, consult with the finance or procurement departments to ensure that unblocking the supplier is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK03: Display Vendor for Purchasing
  MKVZ: Vendor Block Overview
  
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change vendor master data. If you do not have the required access, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to your organization's internal documentation regarding supplier management and blocking policies for further guidance.
  
  
  Audit Trail: Keep a record of any changes made to the vendor status for compliance and auditing purposes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and unblock the supplier in SAP.