How To Fix VW713 - Vendor &1 is locked; see long text

VW713 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 713

• Message text: Vendor &1 is locked; see long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW713 - Vendor &1 is locked; see long text ?

  The SAP error message VW713 indicates that a vendor (in this case, represented by &1) is locked in the system. This typically occurs when there are restrictions on the vendor's account, preventing transactions from being processed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Locking: The vendor may be locked due to various reasons, such as:
  The vendor is marked as inactive.
  The vendor has outstanding issues that need to be resolved (e.g., payment issues, disputes).
  The vendor is locked for maintenance or administrative purposes.
  The vendor is locked due to a specific configuration in the system (e.g., for certain purchasing organizations).
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unlock the Vendor:
  
  Transaction Code: Use transaction code XK02 (or MK02 for purchasing data) to unlock the vendor.
  Check Vendor Status: Navigate to the vendor's details and check the status. If it is marked as locked, you can change it to active.
  Review Lock Reasons: Look for any specific reasons for the lock