How To Fix /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM056 - Subcontractor &1 is blocked on company code level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Subcontractor &1 is blocked on company code level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM056 - Subcontractor &1 is blocked on company code level ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM056 indicates that a subcontractor is blocked at the company code level. This typically occurs in the context of supply chain management and logistics, particularly when dealing with subcontracting processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when you attempt to perform an operation (like creating a purchase order or a production order) involving a subcontractor that has been blocked for transactions at the company code level. This blocking can occur for several reasons, including:
  
  Blocked Vendor: The vendor (subcontractor) has been marked as blocked in the vendor master data.
  Company Code Settings: The company code settings may restrict transactions with the vendor.
  Payment Block: The vendor may have a payment block that prevents any transactions.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the vendor's master data that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general data or MK03 for purchasing data).
  Check if the vendor is blocked at the company code level. If it is, you will need to unblock it.
  
  
  
  Unblock Vendor:
  
  If the vendor is blocked, you can unblock it by using transaction code XK02 (to change vendor data).
  Navigate to the relevant company code data and remove the block.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code settings allow transactions with the vendor.
  Check for any specific settings that might restrict the vendor's use.
  
  
  
  Check for Payment Blocks:
  
  Verify if there are any payment blocks in place that might affect the vendor's ability to transact.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to unblock the vendor, consult with your finance or procurement department to address the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data for the vendor is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Purchasing Data
  MK02: Change Purchasing Data
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on vendor management and subcontracting processes.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to vendor master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transactions involving the subcontractor. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.