FN522 - Vendor & exists, but is not created in company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FN - BAPI Messages

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Vendor & exists, but is not created in company code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FN522 - Vendor & exists, but is not created in company code & ?

  The SAP error message FN522 indicates that a vendor exists in the system, but it has not been created for the specific company code you are trying to use. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform a transaction involving a vendor that is not set up for the company code in question.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created for Company Code: The vendor exists in the system but has not been assigned to the specific company code you are working with.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the vendor master data, such as missing company code data.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code you are trying to use may be incorrect or not linked to the vendor.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Vendor for Company Code:
  
  Go to the transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) or FK01 (Create Vendor for Accounting).
  Enter the vendor number and the relevant company code.
  Fill in the necessary details and save the vendor master record for the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) or FK03 (Display Vendor for Accounting) to check if the vendor exists and to see if it is assigned to the correct company code.
  If the vendor is not assigned to the company code, you will need to create or update the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct company code in your transaction. If you are unsure, check the company code settings in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to create or modify vendor data, contact your SAP administrator or the relevant department responsible for vendor management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  FK01: Create Vendor (Accounting)
  FK02: Change Vendor (Accounting)
  FK03: Display Vendor (Accounting)
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data is crucial for procurement and accounts payable processes. It includes general data, company code data, and purchasing data.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify vendor records in the SAP system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FN522 error and successfully create or update the vendor for the specified company code.