How To Fix BUP_INDU004 - Combination industry system &1/industry &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_INDU - Business Partner Master Data Segment Industries

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Combination industry system &1/industry &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_INDU004 - Combination industry system &1/industry &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BUP_INDU004 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of the industry system and industry type that you are trying to use in the Business Partner (BP) configuration. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find a valid entry for the specified combination of industry system and industry type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The combination of the industry system and industry type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The industry system or industry type entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Master Data > Business Partner > Business Partner Roles > Define Industry System and Industry Type.
  Verify if the combination of the industry system and industry type exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Entries:
  
  If the combination is missing, you can create a new entry by clicking on the "New Entries" button and filling in the required fields for the industry system and industry type.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the values you are entering for the industry system and industry type to ensure they are correct and match the existing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct values to use, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP configuration guide.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the Business Partner settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner transaction for managing business partner data.
  SPRO: Access to the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and input, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message BUP_INDU004 and ensure that the necessary configurations are in place for the industry system and industry type.