How To Fix W-124 - Supplier was not updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W- -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Supplier was not updated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W-124 - Supplier was not updated ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W-124 Supplier was not updated
  
  Cause:
  The warning message W-124 Supplier was not updated typically occurs during supplier master data maintenance or vendor update processes. It indicates that the system attempted to update the supplier (vendor) master record but the update did not take place. This can happen due to several reasons, such as:
  
  The supplier master record is locked or currently being edited by another user.
  The update was blocked due to missing or incorrect mandatory data.
  Authorization issues preventing the user from making changes.
  The supplier record is marked as inactive or blocked for changes.
  A background job or process tried to update the supplier but failed due to data inconsistencies or system errors.
  The update was attempted in a client or system where the supplier master data is not maintained.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the W-124 Supplier was not updated message, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the supplier master record is locked by another user.
  If locked, wait for the lock to be released or contact the user holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Verify Mandatory Fields:
  
  Ensure all required fields for the supplier master record are correctly filled.
  Use transaction XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor in Purchasing) to verify and complete missing data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to update supplier master data.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Supplier Status:
  
  Verify if the supplier is blocked or flagged as inactive.
  Unblock or activate the supplier if updates are necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Background Jobs or Interfaces:
  
  If the update is triggered by an interface or batch job, check the job logs and interface error queues.
  Correct any data inconsistencies or mapping issues.
  
  
  
  Client and System Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the update is being performed in the correct client where supplier master data is maintained.
  
  
  
  Check for System or Custom Enhancements:
  
  Sometimes custom user exits or BAdIs can prevent updates.
  Review any custom code related to supplier master updates.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01 - Create Vendor (Supplier)
  XK02 - Change Vendor
  XK03 - Display Vendor
  SM12 - Display and Delete Lock Entries
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace for notes related to message W-124 or supplier master update issues.
  
  
  
  Master Data Consistency:
  
  Supplier master data is critical for procurement and finance processes; ensure data consistency across modules.
  
  
  
  Error Message Class:
  
  The message class for supplier/vendor master data is often W or V depending on the module.
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider raising an SAP support ticket with detailed logs and screenshots for further analysis.