What is Source List in SAP MM?
A Source List in SAP MM is a record that defines the approved sources of supply for a material within a specific plant and time period.
It helps the system determine from which vendor or supplier a material should be purchased.
Key Features of Source List
Maintains a list of approved vendors for materials
Specifies the validity period for each vendor
Can mark a vendor as a fixed source
Helps in automatic source determination during procurement
Prevents purchasing from unauthorized vendors
Important Details Stored in Source List
Material Number
Vendor Number
Plant
Valid From and To Dates
Purchasing Organization
Fixed Vendor Indicator
Advantages
Improves procurement control
Ensures purchasing from approved suppliers
Supports automatic PO generation
Reduces procurement errors
Example
Suppose a company purchases raw material “Steel Rod” only from Vendor A for the year 2026.
The source list will contain:
Material: Steel Rod
Vendor: Vendor A
Plant: 1000
Validity: 01.01.2026 to 31.12.2026
So, whenever procurement is done, SAP automatically suggests Vendor A.
Transaction Code
ME01 → Create Source List
ME02 → Change Source List
ME03 → Display Source List
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A Source List in SAP MM is a record that defines approved and valid sources of supply for a specific material within a plant over a certain period of time. 📌 Purpose of a Source List: It identifies which vendors (suppliers) are allowed to supply a material. It helps in controlling procurement, ensuring purchases are made only from approved sources. It stores validity periods (start and end dates) for each source. It can block or fix a vendor, meaning: Fixed source: system automatically selects that vendor. Blocked source: vendor cannot be used for procurement. It supports automatic source determination during PR (Purchase Requisition) and PO creation. It helps maintain consistency and compliance in purchasing processes.
SAP MM Integration: With SAP FI: MM posts automatic accounting entries for goods receipt, invoice verification, and material valuation. With SAP SD: MM supports sales by managing inventory, material availability, and goods issue during delivery. In short: MM handles materials and inventory, FI handles finance, and SD handles sales and distribution.
Both are functional modules in SAP ERP. MM stands for Material Management and PP stands for Production Planning.
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A Source List in SAP MM is a record that specifies the approved vendors or supply sources for a material within a particular plant during a defined period. It helps ensure that procurement is made only from authorized suppliers. The Source List is used to control purchasing, support automatic source determination, and streamline the procurement process. It reduces purchasing errors, improves compliance with company policies, and ensures materials are sourced from reliable vendors at the right time.
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Yes, a return is possible via shipping with reference to a PO in SAP MM.
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