How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER018 - Vendor group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Vendor group &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER018 - Vendor group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER018 Vendor group &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a vendor group that has not been defined in the system. This error is common in the context of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or when dealing with vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Vendor Group: The specified vendor group (represented by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The vendor group was never created.
  The vendor group was deleted or deactivated.
  A typo or incorrect reference in the configuration or data entry.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for vendor groups may not be properly set up in the system.
  
  
  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 vendor master data and check if the vendor group exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new vendor group using the appropriate configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Create Vendor Group:
  
  If you need to create a new vendor group, you can do this in the vendor master data configuration. Ensure that you provide all necessary details such as group name, description, and any other relevant attributes.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the data entry or configuration that led to the error. Ensure that the vendor group is correctly referenced and that there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create vendor groups. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to misleading error messages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing vendor groups and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  MK01 - Create Vendor
  MK02 - Change Vendor
  MK03 - Display Vendor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on vendor groups and their configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.