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

WU431 - Overview

• 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