How To Fix WOST_WSGM_GR_MODEL041 - Supplier is blocked; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOST_WSGM_GR_MODEL - Retail Store GM: Messages for Model Object

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Supplier is blocked; see long text

What causes this issue?

You want to display or change a document that contains master data
related to a specific vendor. The master data for the vendor may include
personal data and is blocked.

System Response

The system does not display any data related to the vendor to protect
personal data, and you cannot change any data related to the vendor,
including data in this document.

How to fix this error?

If you are sure that you want to display or change data related to this
vendor in this document, use transaction
<DS:TRAN.BUP_REQ_UNBLK>BUP_REQ_UNBLK</> to request unblocking.
If you cannot use this transaction in your system, contact a business
user who is authorized to display blocked data or to unblock data.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOST_WSGM_GR_MODEL041 - Supplier is blocked; see long text ?

  The SAP error message WOST_WSGM_GR_MODEL041 indicates that a supplier is blocked, which prevents certain transactions from being processed. This error typically arises in the context of procurement or goods receipt processes when attempting to create or process a purchase order or goods receipt for a supplier that has been marked as blocked in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Supplier Blocked Status: The supplier in question has been flagged as blocked in the vendor master data. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Financial issues (e.g., overdue payments).
  Compliance issues (e.g., not meeting regulatory requirements).
  Internal company policies (e.g., supplier performance issues).
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data Settings: The vendor master data may have been set to block transactions for specific purchasing organizations or company codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the vendor master data using transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor - Purchasing).
  Enter the vendor number and check the status. Look for any indicators that show the vendor is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Supplier:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock the supplier using transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor - Purchasing).
  Remove the block status for the relevant purchasing organization or company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the authority to unblock the supplier, consult with the procurement or finance department to understand the reason for the block and whether it can be lifted.
  
  
  
  Review Long Text:
  
  The error message may have a long text that provides additional context or specific instructions. You can view this by clicking on the message or using transaction code SE91 to look up the message class and number.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Vendor - Purchasing
  MK02: Change Vendor - Purchasing
  SE91: Message Class
  
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to view and modify vendor master data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing vendor master data and understanding the implications of blocking/unblocking suppliers.
  
  
  Audit Trail: Keep in mind that unblocking a supplier may require documentation or approval, depending on your organization's policies.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your procurement activities.