How To Fix WM386 - Third-party procurement, no listing in distribution center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Third-party procurement, no listing in distribution center

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM386 - Third-party procurement, no listing in distribution center ?

  The SAP error message WM386 ("Third-party procurement, no listing in distribution center") typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and third-party procurement processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid entry for the specified material in the distribution center, which is necessary for processing the third-party procurement.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Maintained: The material may not be set up correctly in the system for third-party procurement.
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to the material, vendor, or distribution center.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for third-party procurement or warehouse management may not be set up correctly.
  Distribution Center Not Assigned: The distribution center may not be assigned to the material or vendor in the relevant master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material is correctly maintained in the material master. Verify that the relevant views (e.g., purchasing, sales, and warehouse management) are properly filled out.
  Verify Vendor Master: Check the vendor master data to ensure that the vendor is set up for third-party procurement and is linked to the correct distribution center.
  Check Distribution Center Settings: Ensure that the distribution center is correctly configured and that the material is assigned to it. You can do this by checking the material's storage location and distribution center assignments.
  Review Third-Party Procurement Settings: Ensure that the settings for third-party procurement in the system are correctly configured. This includes checking the purchasing info records and ensuring that they are set up for the relevant material and vendor.
  Consult with Configuration Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to warehouse management and third-party procurement.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master), MK03 (Vendor Master), and WM03 (Warehouse Management) to check the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on third-party procurement and warehouse management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the WM386 error message in your SAP system.