How To Fix W_CB151 - Entitled supplier &1 is already contained in the list

W_CB151 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Entitled supplier &1 is already contained in the list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB151 - Entitled supplier &1 is already contained in the list ?

  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB151 Entitled supplier &1 is already contained in the list
  
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to add a supplier to a list (such as a source list, info record, or a similar master data object) but the supplier is already present in that list. The system prevents duplicate entries of the same supplier for the same material or purchasing info record.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The message indicates that the supplier you are attempting to add is already assigned or entitled in the relevant list.
  This typically happens during procurement master data maintenance, for example:
  When maintaining source lists.
  When creating or changing purchasing info records.
  When assigning suppliers to a material or purchasing group.
  
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Review the current list or info record to confirm that the supplier is already included.
  Use transaction codes like:
  ME01 (Maintain Source List)
  ME11 / ME12 (Create/Change Purchasing Info Record)
  
  
  Look for the supplier in the list for the material or purchasing info record.
  
  
  
  Avoid