How To Fix /SRMSMC/ADDRESS008 - You can only mark an ordering address as the default ordering address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/ADDRESS -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You can only mark an ordering address as the default ordering address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/ADDRESS008 - You can only mark an ordering address as the default ordering address ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/ADDRESS008 indicates that you are trying to mark an address as the default ordering address, but the system is preventing this action because it is not a valid ordering address. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when managing addresses for suppliers or vendors.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Address Type: The address you are trying to mark as the default ordering address may not be classified as an ordering address in the system.
  Multiple Default Addresses: The system may already have a default ordering address set, and you cannot have more than one default ordering address.
  Address Status: The address may be inactive or not properly configured to be used as a default ordering address.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Address Type:
  
  Ensure that the address you are trying to set as the default is indeed marked as an ordering address. You can do this by navigating to the address management section in SAP SRM and verifying the address types.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Default Address:
  
  Check if there is already a default ordering address set. If there is, you may need to remove the default status from the existing address before you can set a new one.
  
  
  
  Activate Address:
  
  If the address is inactive, you will need to activate it. This can usually be done in the address management section.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to address management in SRM for specific instructions on how to manage ordering addresses.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to addresses in the system. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner) for managing addresses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to address management in SRM that might provide additional insights or patches for known issues.
  Training: Consider training sessions or materials on address management in SAP SRM to better understand how to manage addresses effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully mark the desired address as the default ordering address.