How To Fix WV286 - Supplier &1 is locked for subrange &2, purchasing org. &3 and plant &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Supplier &1 is locked for subrange &2, purchasing org. &3 and plant &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV286 - Supplier &1 is locked for subrange &2, purchasing org. &3 and plant &4 ?

  The SAP error message WV286 indicates that a supplier is locked for a specific subrange, purchasing organization, and plant. This typically occurs in the context of vendor management and purchasing processes within SAP. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Vendor Locking: The supplier (vendor) is locked for the specified subrange, which means that no purchasing activities can be performed for that vendor in that specific context. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The vendor is undergoing a review or audit.
  The vendor has been marked as inactive or blocked in the system.
  There are outstanding issues or discrepancies that need to be resolved before the vendor can be used again.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the vendor master data that restrict the use of the vendor for certain purchasing organizations or plants.
  
  
  User Permissions: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the vendor data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status: 
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03) and check the status of the vendor. Ensure that the vendor is not blocked or locked for the purchasing organization and plant in question.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Vendor:
  
  If the vendor is locked, you may need to unlock it. This can typically be done by a user with the appropriate authorization (usually a purchasing manager or administrator). Use transaction code XK02 or MK02 to modify the vendor data and unlock it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the vendor in the purchasing organization and plant. Ensure that the vendor is correctly assigned and that there are no restrictions in place.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If the vendor is locked due to an ongoing review or audit, consult with the relevant department (e.g., procurement, finance) to understand the reason for the lock and the steps needed to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify vendor data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is structured in SAP is crucial. It includes general data, company code data, and purchasing data.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor locking. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for vendor management and purchasing processes for more detailed guidance on managing vendor data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.