How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_EAI185 - Error with action code 01 Create; partner &1 must not exist

CRM_MKTPL_EAI185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_EAI - Marketing Planner Object Upload Messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Error with action code 01 Create; partner &1 must not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI185 - Error with action code 01 Create; partner &1 must not exist ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI185 indicates that there is an issue with creating a partner in the context of a marketing plan or campaign. The specific error message "partner &1 must not exist" suggests that the system is trying to create a partner that already exists in the database, which is not allowed for the action code specified (in this case, action code 01 for Create).
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Partner: The primary cause of this error is that the partner you are trying to create already exists in the system. This could be due to a previous entry or an attempt to create a partner with the same identification (e.g., business partner ID).
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being sent to the system, such as incorrect identifiers or missing information that leads the system to believe the partner already exists.
  Integration Issues: If you are integrating with another system (like