How To Fix /SRMSMC/INTEGRATION009 - Vendor group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/INTEGRATION -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Vendor group &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/INTEGRATION009 - Vendor group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/INTEGRATION009 Vendor group &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module when the system is trying to process a vendor or supplier group that has not been defined in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Vendor Group: The vendor group specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the group may not have been created yet.
  Configuration Issues: The vendor group may not have been properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the vendor group may not have been included in the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining vendor groups (usually under Logistics -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Vendor Master -> Define Vendor Groups).
  Verify if the vendor group exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Vendor Group:
  
  If the vendor group is missing, create a new vendor group by providing the necessary details (like group name, description, etc.).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that the vendor group name used in the transaction or process is spelled correctly and matches the defined vendor groups in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the error occurs after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary data, including vendor groups, has been migrated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding vendor groups and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify vendor groups.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MK01 (Create Vendor), MK02 (Change Vendor), and MK03 (Display Vendor) to manage vendor master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor groups and SRM integration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the non-existent vendor group in SAP.