How To Fix CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL086 - Error importing business partners

CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL - CRM MKT: Messages for Interface to External Products

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Error importing business partners

What causes this issue?

One or errors have occurred when importing the business partners.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Analyze the following messages in the application log (displayed).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL086 - Details

• The SAP error message CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL086 typically occurs during the import of business partners in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Cause
  The error CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL086 generally indicates that there is an issue with the data being imported, which could be due to:
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being imported may not conform to the expected format or structure required by the SAP system.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields may be missing in the import file, leading to the failure of the import process.
  Duplicate Entries: There may be attempts to import business partners that already exist in the system, causing conflicts.
  Data Validation Errors: The data may not pass validation checks, such as incorrect data types or values that do not meet the defined criteria.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary