How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES359 - Project &1: Business partner &2 does not exist or employment is inactive.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Project &1: Business partner &2 does not exist or employment is inactive.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES359 - Project &1: Business partner &2 does not exist or employment is inactive. ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES359 indicates that there is an issue related to a business partner (BP) in the context of a project. Specifically, the error states that the business partner does not exist or their employment status is inactive. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The business partner (BP) referenced in the project does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the BP number or the BP not being created in the system.
  
  
  Inactive Employment: The business partner exists, but their employment status is inactive. This means that while the BP record is present, it is not currently valid for use in transactions or assignments.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems, leading to discrepancies in the status of the business partner.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Existence:
  
  Check if the business partner exists in the system by using transaction code BP (Business Partner) to search for the BP number.
  Ensure that the BP is correctly created and active.
  
  
  
  Check Employment Status:
  
  If the business partner exists, check their employment status. You can do this by navigating to the relevant section in the Business Partner transaction and verifying if the employment is marked as active.
  If the employment is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new employment record for the business partner.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the project is referencing the correct business partner number. Double-check for any typographical errors in the project assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Data Management:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the employment status, consult with your HR department or the team responsible for managing business partner data to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to business partners and employment in your SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner maintenance.
  PPOSE: Organizational Management (to check the employment status).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Partner management and Organizational Management for detailed procedures on managing business partners and their employment statuses.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.