How To Fix VW715 - Supplier &1 is no valid Supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 715

• Message text: Supplier &1 is no valid Supplier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW715 - Supplier &1 is no valid Supplier ?

  The SAP error message VW715 "Supplier &1 is not a valid Supplier" typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction related to a supplier (vendor) that the system does not recognize as valid. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a purchase order, invoice, or any other procurement-related activity.
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The supplier/vendor may not have been created in the system.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor might have been deactivated or marked as inactive.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Company Code Issues: The vendor may not be assigned to the specific company code you are working with.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the vendor not being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the vendor data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Verify if the vendor exists and is active in the system.
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct company code.
  
  
  
  Create or Reactivate Vendor:
  
  If the vendor does not exist, create a new vendor using transaction (e.g., XK01).
  If the vendor is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Number:
  
  Double-check the vendor number you are entering for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct company code that you are working with.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support:
  
  If you suspect data synchronization issues or authorization problems, consult with your IT department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access vendor data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor management.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for vendor master data management for more detailed procedures and guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VW715 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.