How To Fix /SPE/PO_CHANGE015 - E-mail address not maintained for vendor &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/PO_CHANGE -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: E-mail address not maintained for vendor &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/PO_CHANGE015 - E-mail address not maintained for vendor &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/PO_CHANGE015 E-mail address not maintained for vendor &1 indicates that there is no email address associated with the specified vendor in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to send a purchase order or other communication via email, and the system cannot find a valid email address for the vendor.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Email Address: The primary cause of this error is that the vendor master data does not have an email address maintained.
  Incorrect Vendor Data: The vendor may not be set up correctly in the system, or the email address may have been deleted or not entered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the vendor master data or the email communication settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the vendor has a valid email address maintained in the system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Vendor Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code XK02 (or MK02 for purchasing data) to change the vendor master data.
  Enter the vendor number and select the appropriate view (e.g., General Data, Purchasing Data).
  
  
  
  Maintain Email Address:
  
  Navigate to the relevant section where the email address can be entered (usually under the "Contact" or "Communication" tab).
  Enter a valid email address for the vendor.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering the email address, save the changes to the vendor master data.
  
  
  Test the Functionality: Try to resend the purchase order or communication to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data: It is crucial to keep vendor master data up to date, including contact information such as email addresses, phone numbers, and addresses.
  Email Configuration: Ensure that the email configuration in SAP is set up correctly to allow for email communications. This may involve settings in transaction SCOT (SAPconnect Administration).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change vendor master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for maintaining vendor master data for additional details and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after maintaining the email address, it may be necessary to check for any additional configuration or data integrity issues within the SAP system.