How To Fix CRM_BUPA_MKTPERM013 - Communication channel &1 does not exist

CRM_BUPA_MKTPERM013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_MKTPERM - Messages for Marketing Permission

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Communication channel &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_MKTPERM013 - Communication channel &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_MKTPERM013 indicates that a communication channel specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when trying to access or manipulate business partner data, particularly in scenarios involving marketing permissions or communication channels.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Communication Channel: The communication channel referenced in the error message is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to marketing permissions or communication channels.
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the database may be inconsistent, possibly due to changes in configuration or data migration issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified communication channel.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Communication Channel Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and verify that the communication channel exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the channel is active and properly linked to the business partner