How To Fix WY053 - A purchasing info record exists for supplier sub-range &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WY - Supplier Master

• Message number: 053

• Message text: A purchasing info record exists for supplier sub-range &

What causes this issue?

The vendor sub-range cannot be deleted because there is at least one
purchasing info record that refers to it.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY053 - A purchasing info record exists for supplier sub-range & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WY053:
  
  SAP Error Message WY053
  Message Text:
  
  A purchasing info record exists for 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 entering.
  
  Supplier sub-range is a subset or a specific range of suppliers defined under a main supplier.
  The system detects that an info record already exists for a supplier sub-range, which prevents creating a duplicate or conflicting info record for the same material and supplier combination.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  Purchasing info records link materials to suppliers and contain conditions, delivery data, and other procurement-related information.
  Supplier sub-ranges allow you to differentiate suppliers under a main supplier number, often used for different plants, regions, or business units.
  SAP does not allow multiple info records for the same material and supplier combination if one is already defined for a supplier sub-range that covers the same scope.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Existing Info Records:
  
  Use transaction ME13 (Display Purchasing Info Record) or ME1M (Info Records per Material) to check if an info record already exists for the supplier sub-range.
  Identify the existing info record that causes the conflict.
  
  
  
  Adjust Your Entry:
  
  If you intended to create a new info record for a different supplier or sub-range, ensure that the supplier sub-range is correctly specified and does not overlap with existing entries.
  If you want to maintain or update the existing info record, use ME12 (Change Purchasing Info Record) instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Duplicate Info Records:
  
  If the existing info record is obsolete or incorrect, consider deleting or archiving it before creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team:
  
  Sometimes, supplier sub-ranges are set up according to business rules. Confirm with your procurement or master data team if the supplier sub-range setup is correct.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Purchasing Info Record (PIR): Stores data about a material and a vendor, including prices, conditions, and delivery terms.
  
  
  Supplier Sub-Range: A subdivision of a supplier number, used to differentiate suppliers or supplier groups.
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME1M: Info Records per Material
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: If the problem persists or seems like a system issue, check SAP Notes or OSS messages related to purchasing info records and supplier sub-ranges.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Code
  WY053
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to create a PIR where one already exists for the supplier sub-range.
  
  
  Solution
  Check existing PIRs, adjust supplier sub-range, update existing PIR, or delete duplicates.
  
  
  Transactions
  ME11, ME12, ME13, ME1M
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the exact steps or transaction you are using when the error occurs.