How To Fix CM_EHSDS_BO_OR034 - The SDS recipient (business partner "1") does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHSDS_BO_OR - Output Request Messages

• Message number: 034

• Message text: The SDS recipient (business partner "1") does not exist.

What causes this issue?

The business partner &V1& does not exist in the system.

System Response

No safety data sheet shipment request is created.

How to fix this error?

Add a valid safety data sheet recipient.

Ensure that delivery document &V2& contains either a ship-to party or an
SDS recipient.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHSDS_BO_OR034 - The SDS recipient (business partner "1") does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHSDS_BO_OR034 indicates that there is an issue with the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) recipient, specifically that the business partner (BP) identified by the number "1" does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of managing safety data sheets and compliance documentation within the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The most common cause is that the business partner with the specified ID (in this case, "1") has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner ID: The ID may be incorrectly specified in the transaction or configuration.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the business partner data is maintained in a different system or module, there may be synchronization issues leading to the BP not being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Existence:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP and search for the business partner with ID "1".
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner does not exist, create a new business partner with the required details.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate the business partner.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the SDS recipient is correctly set up to point to the right business partner.
  Check any relevant customizing settings in the EHS module.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Synchronization:
  
  If your organization uses multiple systems, ensure that the business partner data is synchronized across systems.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EHS documentation for guidelines on managing business partners and safety data sheets.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EHS expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error CM_EHSDS_BO_OR034 and ensure that the SDS recipient is correctly configured in your SAP system.