How To Fix WOSE055 - Enter an external supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOSE - Messages for Store Workbench Goods Receipt

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Enter an external supplier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOSE055 - Enter an external supplier ?

  The SAP error message WOSE055, which states "Enter an external supplier," typically occurs in the context of procurement or purchasing processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system requires an external supplier to be specified for a particular transaction, such as creating a purchase order or a purchase requisition.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier Information: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a valid external supplier (vendor) in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the purchasing organization or the vendor master data.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being performed may require an external supplier, but the system is not able to identify one.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Valid External Supplier: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., creating a purchase order).
  Ensure that you have entered a valid external supplier in the vendor field. You can search for suppliers using the search function (F4) to find the correct vendor.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the vendor you are trying to use is active and properly set up in the system. You can check this in the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Verify that the vendor is assigned to the correct purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings for purchasing in the SAP system. This may involve looking at the settings for the purchasing organization and ensuring that they are correctly set up to allow for external suppliers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights specific to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and XK03 (Display Vendor).
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is structured and maintained in SAP can help prevent this error in the future.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchase orders and vendor information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WOSE055 error and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.