DefaultLieferant

DefaultLieferant is a configuration in procurement and ERP systems that designates a specific supplier to be used automatically when a requisition or purchase order is created without an explicitly chosen vendor. The concept acts as a fallback mechanism to streamline purchasing, ensure continuity of supply, and reduce manual input during routine transactions.

The DefaultLieferant can be defined at different levels, such as for a material or article, for a group of materials, or for a particular purchasing context. It may also be scoped per company code or purchasing organization. In system settings, the default supplier can be linked with associated terms, such as delivery lead times, payment terms, minimum order quantities, and price data. When a user creates a purchase document and does not specify a supplier, the system automatically selects the DefaultLieferant, subject to any overriding rules such as active contracts, supplier exclusions, or sourcing policies.

Operationally, the DefaultLieferant is typically used to speed up procurement workflows and provide a reliable fallback in low-risk purchasing scenarios. It is important to maintain data quality, verify supplier availability, and periodically review the default assignments to avoid over-reliance on a single supplier, ensure compliance with competitive bidding requirements, and prevent supply disruptions.

In practice, the concept is common in manufacturing, distribution, and procurement-intensive organizations, where it complements broader sourcing strategies, contract management, and supplier governance.