How To Fix VJ204 - ILN determination: No supplier can be determined for ILN &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VJ - Nachrichten für ALE/IDOC aus SD-Bereich

• Message number: 204

• Message text: ILN determination: No supplier can be determined for ILN &1

What causes this issue?

No supplier number can be determined for the output sender ILN.
There are two ways of determining the ILN number.
1.) A supplier number for the output sender ILN is entered in the table
'PRICAT_001: ILN assignment to supplier and purchasing group'.
Further processing is carried out with this supplier number.
2.) No ILN supplier is entered in the table for the supplier. The system
tries to determine a supplier using the ILN from the supplier master
data. The ILN may only be assigned to one supplier.

System Response

THe IDoc is not processed further.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the ILN for the supplier, which should be assigned to the ILN
of the output sender. Make sure that an ILN is clearly assigned to a
supplier
or
Release the supplier number in the table 'PRICAT_001: ILN assignment to
supplier and purchasing group' for the ILN output sender. This supplier
must be available in the system but does not need an ILN assignment in
the master data.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<DS:TRAN.PRICATCUS1>Release supplier</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VJ204 - ILN determination: No supplier can be determined for ILN &1 ?

  The SAP error message VJ204 indicates that the system is unable to determine a supplier for the International Location Number (ILN) specified. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of logistics and supply chain management, where ILNs are used to identify locations such as suppliers, customers, and distribution centers.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The supplier master data may not be properly maintained in the system. Specifically, the ILN for the supplier may not be defined or linked correctly.
  
  
  Incorrect ILN: The ILN provided in the transaction may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for ILN determination may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VJ204 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Supplier Master Data:
  
  Go to the supplier master data (transaction code MK03 for display).
  Verify that the ILN is correctly maintained for the supplier in question.
  Ensure that the supplier is active and has the necessary data fields filled out.
  
  
  
  Verify ILN:
  
  Confirm that the ILN being used in the transaction is correct and exists in the system.
  Check for any typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for ILN determination in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the ILN determination process is correctly set up according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant master data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 to view the relevant tables (e.g., LFA1 for vendor master data) and ensure that the data is consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to ILN determination for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILN (International Location Number): A unique identifier for locations used in international trade, often linked to suppliers and customers.
  Master Data Management: Proper maintenance of master data is crucial for the smooth functioning of logistics and supply chain processes in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check SAP Notes for updates or patches that may address known issues related to ILN determination.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VJ204 error in your SAP system.