How To Fix VMD_API024 - Company code &1 of vendor &2: deletion is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMD_API - Vendor APIs

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Company code &1 of vendor &2: deletion is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMD_API024 - Company code &1 of vendor &2: deletion is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message VMD_API024 indicates that there is an issue with attempting to delete a vendor record for a specific company code. The message states that deletion is not allowed for the specified vendor and company code combination. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Vendor Status: The vendor may be marked as active or may have transactions associated with it, preventing deletion.
  Open Transactions: If there are open purchase orders, invoices, or other transactions linked to the vendor, the system will not allow deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that important records are not deleted inadvertently, especially if they are still in use.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the vendor may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Vendor Status: Verify the status of the vendor. If the vendor is active, consider marking it as inactive instead of deleting it.
  Review Open Transactions: Check for any open transactions related to the vendor. You can do this by reviewing purchase orders, invoices, or any other documents associated with the vendor. If there are open transactions, you may need to close or delete them first.
  Use the Vendor Deactivation Process: Instead of deleting the vendor, consider deactivating it. This can be done by changing the vendor's status in the vendor master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to delete vendor records. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for vendor management to understand the proper procedures for handling vendor records.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MK02 (Change Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor) to check the vendor details and status.
  Vendor Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the vendor master data structure and the implications of deleting or deactivating a vendor.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 address the error message and manage vendor records effectively in SAP.