How To Fix BUP_EEWA005 - Workplace address does not exist; partner GUID &1, address GUID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_EEWA - BP: Message Class for Workplace Address Segment

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Workplace address does not exist; partner GUID &1, address GUID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_EEWA005 - Workplace address does not exist; partner GUID &1, address GUID &2 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_EEWA005 indicates that there is an issue with the workplace address associated with a business partner. Specifically, it states that the workplace address does not exist for the given partner GUID and address GUID. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Address Data: The workplace address for the specified business partner may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect GUIDs: The GUIDs provided in the error message may be incorrect or may not correspond to existing records in the database.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as orphaned records or issues during data migration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the workplace address.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Address Existence:
  
  Use transaction code BP (Business Partner) to check if the workplace address exists for the specified business partner.
  Navigate to the relevant business partner and verify the address details.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Address:
  
  If the workplace address does not exist, create a new address for the business partner.
  If the address exists but is not linked correctly, update the business partner's address information.
  
  
  
  Verify GUIDs:
  
  Ensure that the GUIDs provided in the error message are correct. You can use transaction codes like SE16N to check the relevant tables (e.g., BUT000 for business partner data) to confirm the existence of the GUIDs.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies in the business partner and address records.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or data management team to resolve any underlying database issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify business partner and address data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE16N: Data Browser for checking table entries
  
  
  Tables:
  
  BUT000: Business Partner General Data
  BUT020: Business Partner Address Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on business partner management for best practices in maintaining address data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.