How To Fix WU431 - Store & cannot be used as supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Store & cannot be used as supplier

What causes this issue?

In supply source determination the system determined a plant which is
not a distribution center as the source of supply. This source of
supply cannot be used.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU431 - Store & cannot be used as supplier ?

  The SAP error message WU431 ("Store & cannot be used as supplier") typically occurs when there is an issue with the vendor or supplier master data in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified store or location is not set up correctly to be used as a supplier in the procurement process.
  Causes:
  
  Vendor Master Data Issues: The vendor master record may not be properly maintained. This could include missing or incorrect information such as the vendor's address, payment terms, or purchasing organization data.
  Inactive Vendor: The vendor may be marked as inactive or blocked in the system, preventing it from being used in transactions.
  Incorrect Vendor Type: The vendor may not be set up with the correct vendor type that allows it to be used for the specific purchasing organization or company code.
  Missing Purchasing Info Record: There may be no purchasing info record for the vendor and material combination, which is necessary for procurement processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the vendor in transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Verify that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the vendor is active.
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct purchasing organization and company code.
  
  
  
  Activate or Unblock Vendor:
  
  If the vendor is inactive or blocked, you may need to reactivate or unblock it. This can be done in the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK02 for change).
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Type:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is set up with the correct vendor type that allows it to be used in the relevant purchasing processes.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Purchasing Info Record:
  
  If there is no purchasing info record for the vendor and material, create one using transaction ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record).
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to use the vendor has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), XK03 (Display Vendor), ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record), and ME12 (Change Purchasing Info Record).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on vendor master data management and procurement processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.