How To Fix BUPA_INTERFACE003 - Identification number &1 &2 not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUPA_INTERFACE - Interface for Exchange of Business Partner Data

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Identification number &1 &2 not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUPA_INTERFACE003 - Identification number &1 &2 not unique ?

  The SAP error message BUPA_INTERFACE003 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of identification numbers in the Business Partner (BP) interface. Specifically, it means that the identification number you are trying to use (represented by &1 and &2 in the error message) is not unique within the system. This can occur when multiple business partners have been assigned the same identification number, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Identification Numbers: The most common cause is that there are multiple business partners in the system that share the same identification number.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it is possible that duplicate identification numbers were imported.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual entry errors can lead to the same identification number being assigned to different business partners.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Use transaction code BP to access the Business Partner master data.
  Search for the identification number in question to see if it is assigned to more than one business partner.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If duplicates are found, you will need to either delete or modify the identification numbers to ensure that each business partner has a unique identification number.
  If the identification number is meant to be unique, consider reassigning or creating a new identification number for the affected business partners.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  If you are importing data, ensure that your import process includes checks for existing identification numbers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling business partner identification numbers.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE16N: Data Browser to check the underlying tables for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  BUT000: General data for business partners.
  BUT020: Identification numbers for business partners.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BUPA_INTERFACE003 error and ensure that your business partner identification numbers are unique within the SAP system.