How To Fix WN016 - Supplier not yet created

WN016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Supplier not yet created

What causes this issue?

The vendor has not yet been created for the plant.

System Response

You cannot process the vendor as the vendor has not yet been created
for the plant.

How to fix this error?

Create the vendor for the plant using the transaction "Change plant"
(WB02).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN016 - Supplier not yet created ?

  The SAP error message WN016, which states "Supplier not yet created," typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action related to a supplier (vendor) that has not been fully set up in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a purchase order, invoice, or any other transaction that requires supplier information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Supplier Not Created: The most straightforward cause is that the supplier has not been created in the SAP system.
  Incomplete Supplier Data: The supplier may exist, but essential data (like address, payment terms, etc.) may be missing or incomplete.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: You might be using an incorrect or invalid vendor number that does not correspond to any existing supplier in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your organization uses multiple systems, there may be a delay or issue in synchronizing supplier data between systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Supplier: If the supplier does not exist, you need