How To Fix BUPA_CLEAR000 - No target Business Partner exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUPA_CLEAR - Duplicate Clearing Business Partner

• Message number: 000

• Message text: No target Business Partner exists

What causes this issue?

A relationship, category <zh>is replaced by</> should be created which
refers from the source business partner to the target business partner
of the data reconciliation.
However none of the business partners concerned are identified as
target business partner.

System Response

Relationship is not saved.

How to fix this error?

Target business partner can specified in the dialog box <zk>Source
/Target Decision</> which appears when saving a cleansing case.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUPA_CLEAR000 - No target Business Partner exists ?

  The SAP error message BUPA_CLEAR000 indicates that there is no target Business Partner (BP) found in the system for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving Business Partner management, such as when trying to clear or reconcile transactions related to Business Partners.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The target Business Partner you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner ID: The Business Partner ID you are using may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems or modules.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Business Partner data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not properly set up for Business Partner management.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Existence:
  
  Check if the Business Partner ID you are using exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) and searching for the ID.
  
  
  
  Correct Business Partner ID:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct Business Partner ID. Double-check for any typos or errors in the ID.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Business Partner:
  
  If the Business Partner does not exist, you may need to create it using the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage Business Partner data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to Business Partner management in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you are working in a system landscape with multiple systems (e.g., SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA), ensure that data synchronization processes are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), and other related transactions for managing Business Partners.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Partner management for detailed guidance on creating and managing Business Partners.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.