How To Fix WN517 - Please enter a company code and/or a purchasing organization


WN517 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 517

  • Message text: Please enter a company code and/or a purchasing organization

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  • What causes this issue?

    The vendor already exists in the system. This transaction only allows
    you to add company code and/or purchasing segments to the vendor.

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    Enter the company code and/or purchasing organization which you want to
    add to the existing vendor.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN517 - Please enter a company code and/or a purchasing organization ?
    The SAP error message WN517, which states "Please enter a company code and/or a purchasing organization," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents or when trying to access certain purchasing-related transactions. This error indicates that the system requires either a company code or a purchasing organization to proceed, and these fields have not been filled in.
    
    Cause: Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a company code or purchasing organization in the relevant fields.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the purchasing organization or company code is not properly set up or linked. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or enter data related to specific company codes or purchasing organizations.
    Solution: Enter Required Fields: Ensure that you fill in the required fields for company code and/or purchasing organization. Check the transaction you are using and make sure

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