How To Fix CNV_PE_S4_AFS034 - Contact person &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_S4_AFS - Messages for Posting Engine AFS to S/4 Content

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Contact person &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_S4_AFS034 - Contact person &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_S4_AFS034 indicates that a contact person specified in a transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during data migration or when trying to reference a contact person that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contact Person: The contact person referenced in the transaction or data migration does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect ID used for the contact person.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the contact person may not have been included in the migration process.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings may not have been properly set up to include the contact person.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Contact Person: Check the contact person ID mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Create Contact Person: If the contact person does not exist, you can create a new contact person in the relevant master data (e.g., Business Partner, Customer, or Vendor).
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner) and create a new contact person.
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If this error occurs during data migration, review the migration files to ensure that all necessary contact persons are included and correctly mapped.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Customer Relationship Management) are correctly set up to include contact persons.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or VD01 (Create Customer) to manage contact persons.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify contact persons in the system.
  
  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.