How To Fix CM_EHFND_COMN185 - Business partner with name "&1" is not unique. Enter business partner ID.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_COMN - Commonly Used Messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Business partner with name "&1" is not unique. Enter business partner ID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN185 - Business partner with name "&1" is not unique. Enter business partner ID. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN185 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of a business partner name in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create or modify a business partner using a name that is not unique, meaning that there are multiple business partners with the same name in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Unique Business Partner Names: The primary cause of this error is that the name you are trying to use for the business partner already exists in the system for more than one business partner.
  Data Entry Error: It could also be due to a typographical error or misunderstanding of the naming conventions used in your organization.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to enforce unique names for business partners, which can lead to this error if multiple entries exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Business Partner ID: Instead of using the name, enter the unique Business Partner ID (BP ID) directly. This will bypass the uniqueness check on the name.
  Search for Existing Business Partners: Use the search functionality in the business partner transaction to find existing business partners with the same name. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the business partner transaction (e.g., BP).
  Using the search criteria to look for the name in question.
  
  
  Modify Existing Business Partners: If you find multiple business partners with the same name, consider modifying their names to ensure uniqueness. This may involve:
  
  Renaming one or more of the business partners.
  Adding additional identifiers to the names to differentiate them.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator, check the configuration settings related to business partner management to see if there are any rules enforcing name uniqueness that may need to be adjusted.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific guidelines or best practices related to business partner management in your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partners.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify business partner data.
  Data Governance: Implement data governance practices to maintain the integrity and uniqueness of business partner records in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your business partner records in SAP.