How To Fix WY051 - A purchasing info record exists for this Supplier sub-range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WY - Supplier Master

• Message number: 051

• Message text: A purchasing info record exists for this Supplier sub-range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY051 - A purchasing info record exists for this Supplier sub-range ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WY051: "A purchasing info record exists for this Supplier sub-range":
  
  Error Message
  WY051: A purchasing info record exists for this Supplier sub-range.
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to create or maintain a purchasing info record (PIR) for a supplier and material combination, but there is already an existing info record for a supplier sub-range that overlaps or conflicts with the data you are trying to enter.
  
  Supplier sub-range refers to a subset or a specific range of suppliers under a main supplier number.
  SAP does not allow overlapping or duplicate info records for the same material and supplier or supplier sub-range.
  The system detects that an info record already exists for the supplier sub-range you are trying to use, hence it prevents creation or modification to avoid data inconsistency.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  Purchasing info records link a material to a supplier and contain conditions, delivery terms, and other procurement data.
  Supplier sub-ranges are used when a supplier has multiple sub-suppliers or divisions, and info records can be maintained at this more granular level.
  If an info record exists for a supplier sub-range, you cannot create another info record for the same material and supplier or overlapping sub-range.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Existing Info Records:
  
  Use transaction ME13 (Display Purchasing Info Record) or ME1L (Info Records per Vendor) to check if an info record already exists for the supplier or supplier sub-range.
  Identify the existing info record that conflicts with your intended entry.
  
  
  
  Adjust Your Entry:
  
  If you intended to create a new info record for the same supplier and material, but a sub-range record exists, consider whether you need to:
  
  Use the existing info record.
  Modify the existing info record instead of creating a new one.
  Create the info record for a different supplier or sub-range that does not overlap.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete or Change Existing Info Record (if appropriate):
  
  If the existing info record is obsolete or incorrect, you may delete or change it using ME12 (Change Purchasing Info Record).
  Be cautious with deletion as it may impact procurement processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Procurement Team:
  
  Sometimes, supplier sub-ranges are managed by procurement policies. Confirm with your procurement or master data team before making changes.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME1L: Info Records per Vendor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP OSS Notes for any known issues related to info records and supplier sub-ranges.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on Purchasing Info Records and supplier sub-ranges.
  
  
  
  Master Data Management:
  
  Proper management of supplier master data and info records is crucial to avoid conflicts.
  Supplier sub-ranges are often used in complex supplier hierarchies.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, exact steps), I can help with more specific guidance.