How To Fix ARBERP_MAP123 - Supplier not found; supplier ID is expected in VendorID in cXML header

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Supplier not found; supplier ID is expected in VendorID in cXML header

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP123 - Supplier not found; supplier ID is expected in VendorID in cXML header ?

  The SAP error message "ARBERP_MAP123 Supplier not found; supplier ID is expected in VendorID in cXML header" typically occurs in the context of cXML (Commerce XML) transactions, which are used for electronic procurement and invoicing. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a supplier in the database based on the Supplier ID provided in the cXML header.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier Record: The Supplier ID specified in the cXML header does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Supplier ID: The Supplier ID may be misspelled or formatted incorrectly in the cXML document.
  Inactive Supplier: The supplier may exist but is marked as inactive or blocked in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cXML integration or mapping between the cXML data and SAP vendor records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Supplier ID: Check the cXML document to ensure that the Supplier ID in the VendorID field is correct and matches the expected format.
  Check Supplier Record: Log into the SAP system and verify if the supplier exists in the vendor master data. You can do this by using transaction codes like XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor - Purchasing).
  Activate Supplier: If the supplier exists but is inactive, you may need to activate the supplier record in the SAP system.
  Update cXML Mapping: If there are configuration issues, review the cXML mapping settings to ensure that the VendorID in the cXML header is correctly mapped to the corresponding supplier in SAP.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the integration documentation for cXML and SAP to ensure that all required fields are correctly populated and that the integration is set up properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  cXML Standards: Familiarize yourself with the cXML standards and specifications to ensure compliance with the expected structure and data types.
  SAP Vendor Master Data: Understand how vendor master data is structured in SAP, including the different views (general, purchasing, accounting) and how they relate to cXML transactions.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in SAP for additional details that may provide more context about the error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP and cXML integrations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.