CRM_EDR_MESSAGES042 - Provided XI Partner does not match the Partner from Contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_EDR_MESSAGES - messages for API Methods

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Provided XI Partner does not match the Partner from Contract

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_EDR_MESSAGES042 - Provided XI Partner does not match the Partner from Contract ?

  The SAP error message CRM_EDR_MESSAGES042 indicates that there is a mismatch between the XI (Exchange Infrastructure) partner specified in the system and the partner defined in the contract. This error typically arises in scenarios involving integration with SAP PI/PO (Process Integration/Process Orchestration) or when dealing with partner profiles in SAP CRM.
  Cause:
  
  Partner Mismatch: The partner ID specified in the XI configuration does not match the partner ID associated with the contract in the CRM system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an incorrect configuration in the partner profiles or in the communication settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data between the CRM and the XI system.
  Missing Partner: The partner might not be defined in the relevant partner function for the contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Partner Configuration:
  
  Check the partner profile in the CRM system to ensure that the partner ID matches the one specified in the XI configuration.
  Navigate to the contract in question and review the partner functions to confirm that the correct partner is assigned.
  
  
  
  Update XI Configuration:
  
  If the partner ID in the XI configuration is incorrect, update it to match the partner defined in the contract.
  Ensure that the XI partner is correctly set up in the SAP PI/PO system.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for both the CRM and XI systems to ensure consistency. This includes checking for any recent changes that may have led to the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Partner Function Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly assigned in the contract. If necessary, add or modify the partner function to include the correct partner.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the integration or transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner), CRMD_ORDER (for managing CRM orders), or WE20 (for partner profiles) to check and update partner configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed steps on configuring partners in CRM and XI/PI systems.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP CRM and PI/PO integrations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CRM_EDR_MESSAGES042 and ensure that the partner configurations are aligned between the systems.