How To Fix WU710 - Enter a supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 710

• Message text: Enter a supplier

What causes this issue?

The selection by vendor subrange without entering a vendor is not
unique.

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?

Enter a vendor.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU710 - Enter a supplier ?

  The SAP error message WU710 ("Enter a supplier") typically occurs in the context of procurement or purchasing processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a supplier to be specified for a particular transaction, such as creating a purchase order, vendor invoice, or similar activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier Information: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a supplier (vendor) in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction being performed may require a supplier to be specified, but the user is attempting to execute it without providing that information.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a supplier to be entered for certain transactions, and these settings may not be aligned with the user's expectations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Supplier Information: The immediate solution is to ensure that you enter a valid supplier (vendor) in the designated field. This could be done by:
  
  Selecting an existing supplier from the list.
  Manually entering the supplier's identification number (Vendor ID).
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Requirements: Review the specific transaction you are trying to execute to ensure that it indeed requires a supplier. If you are unsure, consult the relevant documentation or your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: If you believe that the supplier should not be mandatory for the transaction you are performing, you may need to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may require assistance from an SAP consultant or administrator.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is frequently encountered by users, consider providing additional training on the procurement process and the importance of entering supplier information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on the specific transaction and its requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your organization's SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the WU710 error effectively.