How To Fix CIAP086 - Partner not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CIAP - CIAP Message Class

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Partner not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CIAP086 - Partner not found ?

  The SAP error message CIAP086 "Partner not found" typically occurs in the context of partner determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with business partners in modules like Sales and Distribution (SD), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), or other areas where partner functions are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The most common cause is that the required partner data (such as customer, vendor, or other business partner) is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function being referenced may not be correctly set up or may not exist for the specific business partner.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the partner being inactive or not assigned to the relevant organizational unit.
  Configuration Issues: The partner determination procedure may not be correctly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner) and verify that the partner exists and is active.
  Ensure that the partner is assigned to the correct organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Functions:
  
  Check the partner functions assigned to the business partner. Ensure that the required partner function is defined and correctly assigned.
  You can do this in the partner determination procedure configuration (transaction SPRO).
  
  
  
  Maintain Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Navigate to the configuration for partner determination (e.g., SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Partner Determination -> Partner Determination Procedure).
  Ensure that the partner determination procedure is correctly set up and that the necessary partner functions are included.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables (like KNA1 for customers) to ensure that the data is consistent and complete.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), VD01 (Create Customer), XD01 (Create Customer - General), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on partner determination and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the CIAP086 error in your SAP system.