How To Fix CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP007 - Business partner role "Supplier" does not exist for article data request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP - Supply Chain Collaboration - Campaign Messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Business partner role "Supplier" does not exist for article data request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP007 - Business partner role "Supplier" does not exist for article data request ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP007 indicates that there is an issue with the business partner role "Supplier" not being assigned or existing for the article data request you are trying to process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Master Data Governance (MDG) or when working with the SAP S/4HANA system, particularly in the area of material management and procurement.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner Role: The business partner (BP) that you are trying to use does not have the "Supplier" role assigned to it. This could happen if the BP was created without the necessary roles or if the role was removed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the business partner roles are not set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data where the article data request is not linked to a valid supplier.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the relevant business partner and check the roles assigned to it.
  Ensure that the "Supplier" role is assigned. If it is not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner does not exist, create a new business partner with the "Supplier" role.
  If the business partner exists but lacks the "Supplier" role, edit the business partner and assign the necessary role.
  
  
  
  Verify Article Data Request:
  
  Ensure that the article data request is correctly linked to the business partner that has the "Supplier" role.
  Check for any data inconsistencies or errors in the request that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to business partner roles and article data requests for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you have access to system configuration, check the settings for business partner roles in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) to ensure that the "Supplier" role is properly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles (e.g., Supplier, Customer, etc.). Each role defines the specific functions and data relevant to that partner.
  Master Data Governance: If you are using MDG, ensure that the governance processes are correctly set up to manage business partner data.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can also reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the business partner is correctly set up for your article data request.