How To Fix VMD_API105 - Vendor number &1 does not exist in company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMD_API - Vendor APIs

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Vendor number &1 does not exist in company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMD_API105 - Vendor number &1 does not exist in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message VMD_API105 indicates that the vendor number specified does not exist in the specified company code. This error typically occurs when trying to perform operations related to vendor master data, such as creating, updating, or retrieving vendor information.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor number you are trying to use has not been created in the specified company code.
  Incorrect Company Code: The vendor may exist, but not in the company code you are referencing.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the vendor number or company code.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the vendor data in the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Existence:
  
  Use transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor) to check if the vendor exists in the specified company code.
  If the vendor does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor).
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct company code. You can check the company code in the vendor master data or in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the vendor number and company code for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct values.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access vendor data in the specified company code. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to vendor numbers and company codes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to vendor management and error messages.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VMD_API105 error and ensure that the vendor number is correctly set up in the appropriate company code.