How To Fix WB161 - Supplier does not exist


WB161 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

  • Message number: 161

  • Message text: Supplier does not exist

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  • What causes this issue?

    No vendor exists for the selection.

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    System Response

    No vendor was selected.

    How to fix this error?


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB161 - Supplier does not exist ?
    The SAP error message WB161 ("Supplier does not exist") typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction related to a supplier (vendor) that the system cannot find in the database. 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 has not been created in the system.
    Vendor Deactivation: The vendor exists but has been marked as inactive or blocked.
    Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered is incorrect or does not match any existing vendor in the system.
    Data Entry Errors: Typographical errors in the vendor number or name during data entry.
    Company Code Issues: The vendor may not be assigned to the specific company code you are working with.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the vendor data.
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Check Vendor Existence:
    
    Use transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor) to

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