How To Fix CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE036 - Delete Payment Card entries that do not have a card number.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE - Message class for Draft persistency in Customer and Supplier

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Delete Payment Card entries that do not have a card number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE036 - Delete Payment Card entries that do not have a card number. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE036 indicates that there are payment card entries in the system that do not have an associated card number. This situation typically arises in the context of managing business partner (BP) data, particularly when dealing with payment methods.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system detects that there are payment card entries in the database that lack a valid card number. This can happen due to:
  
  Incomplete data entry when creating or updating business partner records.
  Data corruption or inconsistencies in the database.
  Manual deletions or modifications that left orphaned entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to delete the payment card entries that do not have a card number. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify the Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or SE16N (Data Browser) to access the relevant tables (e.g., BUT000, BUT020, or any custom tables related to payment cards).
  Filter the entries to find those without a card number.
  
  
  
  Delete Invalid Entries:
  
  Once you have identified the entries without a card number, you can delete them directly from the database using the appropriate transaction or program.
  If you are using the Business Partner transaction, navigate to the payment card section and remove the entries that are invalid.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  After deletion, ensure that the remaining payment card entries are valid and complete.
  Implement data validation checks to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the business partner functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, SE16N, and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for managing business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Business Partner management and payment methods for best practices and guidelines.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to manage business partner data and perform deletions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.