How To Fix WM228 - Please enter a supplier number


WM228 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

  • Message number: 228

  • Message text: Please enter a supplier number

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM228 - Please enter a supplier number ?
    The SAP error message WM228 ("Please enter a supplier number") typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Inventory Management (IM) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a supplier number, but none has been provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during goods receipt, stock transfer, or inventory management processes.
    
    Cause: Missing Supplier Number: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a supplier number in the relevant field. Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require a supplier number, but the user is in a context where it is not applicable.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a supplier number for certain transactions, and these settings may not align with the current process. User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the supplier number field or entered it incorrectly.
    Solution: Enter Supplier Number: Ensure that you enter a

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