How To Fix /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM260 - Subcontractor &1 is already blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM -

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Subcontractor &1 is already blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM260 - Subcontractor &1 is already blocked ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM260 indicates that a subcontractor is already blocked in the system. This error typically arises in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with subcontracting processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when an attempt is made to perform an operation (such as creating a purchase order, scheduling, or planning) involving a subcontractor that has been marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual Blocking: The subcontractor was manually blocked by a user due to performance issues, quality concerns, or other operational reasons.
  System Configuration: The subcontractor may be blocked due to specific configuration settings in the system that prevent transactions from being processed.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or subcontractor master data may have been incorrectly set up, leading to the blocking status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Subcontractor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code MK03 for display) and check the status of the subcontractor. Look for any indicators that show the subcontractor is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Subcontractor:
  
  If the subcontractor is indeed blocked and you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock them by using transaction code MK02 (change vendor) and removing the block status.
  
  
  
  Review Blocking Reasons:
  
  Investigate why the subcontractor was blocked in the first place. If it was due to performance issues or quality concerns, ensure that those issues have been addressed before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure about unblocking the subcontractor, consult with the procurement, quality assurance, or supply chain management teams to understand the implications.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Configuration:
  
  If the blocking is due to system configuration, you may need to review the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that the subcontractor can be used as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MK03: Display Vendor
  MK02: Change Vendor
  ME2O: Purchase Orders by Vendor
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on vendor management and subcontracting processes.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor master data.
  
  
  Audit Trail: Keep a record of any changes made to the subcontractor status for compliance and auditing purposes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your subcontracting processes in SAP.