How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER023 - Order &1: Business partner "Supplier" is not assigned to a location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Order &1: Business partner "Supplier" is not assigned to a location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER023 - Order &1: Business partner "Supplier" is not assigned to a location ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER023 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a business partner (in this case, a supplier) to a specific location in the system. This error typically arises in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with orders that involve suppliers and their respective locations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The business partner (supplier) is not assigned to the location specified in the order.
  There may be a missing or incorrect configuration in the business partner master data.
  The location may not be properly set up in the system to recognize the supplier.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Search for the supplier in question.
  Verify that the supplier is assigned to the correct location. You can do this by checking the "Roles" and "Relationships" tabs in the business partner master data.
  
  
  
  Assign Business Partner to Location:
  
  If the supplier is not assigned to the location, you will need to add the assignment.
  Navigate to the "Relationships" tab and create a new relationship between the supplier and the location.
  
  
  
  Verify Location Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the location is correctly configured in the system.
  Check if the location is active and properly set up in the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Check Order Details:
  
  Review the order details to ensure that the correct supplier and location are being referenced.
  Make sure that there are no typos or incorrect entries in the order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the steps or need more detailed guidance, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to business partner and location management.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner
  SLG1: Application Log (to check for additional error messages)
  
  
  
  Master Data Management:
  
  Ensure that your master data for business partners and locations is regularly maintained and updated to prevent such issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the business partner is correctly assigned to the location in your SAP system.