How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER015 - The standard address cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: The standard address cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER015 - The standard address cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER015 indicates that the standard address associated with a supplier cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or when managing supplier data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Standard Address: The address you are trying to delete is marked as the standard address for the supplier. In SAP, a standard address is often required for various business processes, and it cannot be deleted if it is still in use.
  Dependencies: There may be other dependencies or references to this address in the system, such as purchase orders, contracts, or other documents that require the address to remain intact.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the address.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Standard Address: If you need to delete the address, first change the standard address to another valid address. This can usually be done in the supplier master data maintenance transaction (e.g., using transaction code BP for Business Partner).
  
  Navigate to the supplier's address data.
  Select a different address as the standard address.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no active documents or references that require the address. You may need to review purchase orders, contracts, or other related documents to confirm that the address is not in use.
  
  
  User Authorization: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further guidance, as there may be specific configurations or settings in your system that affect address management.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to manage supplier data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage supplier addresses effectively in your SAP system.