How To Fix CVI_EI038 - Partner role with key &1 &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_EI - Messages for Complex Interface

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Partner role with key &1 &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_EI038 - Partner role with key &1 &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CVI_EI038 indicates that a partner role with the specified key does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) when there is an attempt to access or manipulate a partner role that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Role: The partner role specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the Business Partner (BP) master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the Business Partner roles may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the specified role.
  Migration Issues: If data was migrated from an older system or from another source, the partner roles may not have been migrated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Role Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check if the partner role exists for the specified key.
  Ensure that the partner role is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Partner Role:
  
  If the partner role does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the Business Partner transaction (BP) by selecting the appropriate role and filling in the necessary details.
  If the role exists but is not correctly configured, update the configuration as needed.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the Business Partner data to identify any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Use transaction codes like BP or CVI related transactions to verify the data.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Process:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary partner roles were included and correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CVI and partner roles for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: BP (Business Partner), CVI (Customer-Vendor Integration).
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles that can be assigned to a Business Partner and their significance in the context of customer and vendor management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.