How To Fix BUP_IDEN020 - Business partner &1 with invalid ID category/type &2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_IDEN - BP: Identifications

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Business partner &1 with invalid ID category/type &2/&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_IDEN020 - Business partner &1 with invalid ID category/type &2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_IDEN020 indicates that there is an issue with the identification of a business partner (BP) due to an invalid ID category or type. This error typically arises when the system encounters a business partner that has an identification number that does not conform to the expected format or is not valid for the specified ID category/type.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid ID Category/Type: The business partner may have an identification number that is not valid for the specified ID category or type. For example, if the ID type is set to a specific format (like a tax ID or a social security number), and the provided ID does not match that format, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the business partner settings, such as incorrect settings for ID categories or types in the customizing settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a simple data entry error where the ID was entered incorrectly or is missing.
  Inconsistent Data: The business partner data may be inconsistent with the expected data model or rules defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Business Partner Data: Review the business partner's identification data in the system. Ensure that the ID category/type is correctly assigned and that the ID itself is valid.
  Verify Configuration: Check the configuration settings for business partner ID categories and types in the SAP system. Ensure that the ID types are correctly defined and that they match the expected formats.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any data entry errors, correct them. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the IDs conform to the expected formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the ID categories and types that are valid for your business partner setup.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to access and modify the business partner data directly. You can also use BP_MONITOR to monitor business partner data and identify issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Master Data: Understanding how business partner master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to IDs.
  ID Types: Familiarize yourself with the different ID types available in your SAP system and their respective formats.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.