How To Fix WH086 - Entry of supplier not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WH - Messages for store physical inventory (DRS)

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Entry of supplier not allowed

What causes this issue?

Supplier &V1& was entered for this item. However, a special stock
indicator was not entered.

System Response

The system cannot post this item.

How to fix this error?

If you want to enter a count for the special stock, enter the
appropriate special stock indicator.
If the supplier was entered by mistake, you can delete it in the
"Supplier" field in the IDoc editor and then post the IDoc again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WH086 - Entry of supplier not allowed ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WH086 - Entry of supplier not allowed:
  
  Error Message: WH086 - Entry of supplier not allowed
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Warehouse Management (WM) module when you try to enter a supplier number in a process or transaction where the system does not allow it. Typically, this happens during goods receipt or putaway processes when the system expects a vendor or supplier to be entered but the configuration or master data does not permit it.
  Common causes include:
  
  The supplier/vendor is not maintained or allowed in the relevant warehouse or storage location.
  The movement type or transaction type used does not permit entry of a supplier.
  The supplier is not assigned or linked to the warehouse number or storage location in the system.
  The customizing settings in WM or MM (Materials Management) do not allow supplier entry for the specific process.
  The document type or reference document does not support supplier entry.
  
  
  Where it typically occurs:
  
  During goods receipt posting in WM.
  When creating or processing transfer orders or inbound deliveries.
  In putaway or stock transfer processes where supplier info is expected but not allowed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supplier Master Data:
  
  Verify that the supplier/vendor number is correctly maintained in the system.
  Ensure the supplier is active and valid for the relevant purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse and Storage Location Settings:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Interfaces ? Warehouse Number ? Assign Storage Location to Warehouse Number.
  Confirm that the storage location is correctly assigned to the warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Check Movement Type and Transaction Type Configuration:
  
  Verify the movement type used in the transaction.
  Some movement types do not allow supplier entry.
  Check in SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Goods Movement ? Define Movement Types for Warehouse Management.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type and Reference Document:
  
  Ensure the document type used supports supplier entry.
  For example, inbound delivery documents should have supplier info maintained.
  
  
  
  Adjust Customizing Settings:
  
  In some cases, you may need to adjust settings to allow supplier entry.
  Check SPRO ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Messages ? Define Message Control to see if any message control is blocking supplier entry.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction or Process:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction or process that supports supplier entry.
  For example, use the standard goods receipt process for purchase orders.
  
  
  
  Check User Input:
  
  Sometimes the error is due to manual entry of supplier in a field where it is not allowed.
  Avoid entering supplier manually if the system expects it to be derived from the purchase order or delivery document.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Notes:
  
  This error is a validation error to prevent inconsistent or incorrect data entry.
  It helps maintain data integrity between MM and WM modules.
  If you are customizing or developing enhancements, ensure that supplier entry logic aligns with standard SAP behavior.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WH086 - Entry of supplier not allowed
  
  
  Cause
  Supplier entry not allowed due to configuration, master data, or transaction type issues
  
  
  Solution
  Verify supplier master data, warehouse/storage location assignment, movement type settings, and document types. Adjust customizing if needed.
  
  
  Module
  Warehouse Management (WM), Materials Management (MM)
  
  
  Typical Scenario
  Goods receipt, putaway, transfer order processing
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction codes or configuration paths, please let me know!