How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_EAI188 - Error with action code 06 No Action; partner &1 must exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_EAI - Marketing Planner Object Upload Messages

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Error with action code 06 No Action; partner &1 must exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI188 - Error with action code 06 No Action; partner &1 must exist ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI188 indicates that there is an issue related to a partner not existing in the system when trying to perform an action with a specific action code (in this case, action code 06). This error typically arises in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when dealing with marketing plans or related activities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is trying to execute an action that requires a partner (such as a customer, vendor, or other business partner) to be present in the system, but it cannot find the specified partner. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  The partner ID provided does not exist in the system.
  The partner has been deleted or is inactive.
  There is a mismatch in the partner type or role expected by the action.
  The partner data has not been properly maintained or is incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CRM_MKTPL_EAI188 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify Partner Existence:
  
  Check if the partner ID (&1) mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code BP for Business Partner) and searching for the partner.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Status:
  
  Ensure that the partner is active and not marked as deleted or inactive. If the partner is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Roles:
  
  Confirm that the partner has the correct roles assigned that are required for the action you are trying to perform. Different actions may require different partner roles.
  
  
  
  Maintain Partner Data:
  
  If the partner does not exist or is incomplete, you may need to create or update the partner data. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Action Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for the action code 06 to ensure that it is set up correctly and that it references the correct partner types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the action code and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), CRM_MKTPL (Marketing Planning), and others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CRM_MKTPL_EAI188 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CRM_MKTPL_EAI188 error in your SAP system.