How To Fix /SCA/DM_MDL018 - Procurement Relationship(s) is(are) not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/DM_MDL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Procurement Relationship(s) is(are) not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/DM_MDL018 - Procurement Relationship(s) is(are) not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/DM_MDL018 Procurement Relationship(s) is(are) not found typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Management or Master Data Governance (MDG) when the system is unable to find a valid procurement relationship for a specific material or vendor combination. This can happen during processes such as material creation, vendor creation, or when trying to establish a procurement relationship in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Procurement Data: The procurement relationship between the material and vendor may not have been created or maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the material master or vendor master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables that store procurement relationships.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create procurement relationships.
  System Errors: There may be temporary system errors or issues with the database that prevent the retrieval of procurement relationships.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Procurement Relationships: Verify if the procurement relationship exists for the material and vendor in question. You can do this by navigating to the material master or vendor master data and checking the relevant views.
  Create or Maintain Relationships: If the procurement relationship is missing, create or maintain it using transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) for materials, and XK01 (Create Vendor) or XK02 (Change Vendor) for vendors.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to material and vendor procurement. Ensure that the necessary settings are in place for the procurement process.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify procurement relationships.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, XK01, XK02, and ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record).
  Master Data Governance: Understand the principles of Master Data Governance in SAP, as it plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate procurement relationships.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for documentation and guides related to procurement processes and master data management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.