How To Fix CVI_MAPPING029 - Vendor number is not the same as the business partner number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_MAPPING - Error from CVI Assignment Objects

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Vendor number is not the same as the business partner number

What causes this issue?

If you have set the <LS>Same Numbers</> indicator then the business
partner number and the vendor number have to be the same.

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?

Transfer a vendor number that corresponds to the business partner
number.
Check whether the correct settings have been made in Customizing in the
activity <DS:SIMG.V_TBC001>Define Number Assignment for Direction BP to
Vendor</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_MAPPING029 - Vendor number is not the same as the business partner number ?

  The SAP error message CVI_MAPPING029 indicates that there is a mismatch between the vendor number and the business partner number in the system. This error typically occurs during the integration of vendor data with business partner data in the SAP system, particularly when using the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Data Mismatch: The vendor number in the vendor master data does not match the corresponding business partner number in the business partner master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the CVI, leading to mismatches.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to either the vendor or business partner data that were not properly synchronized can lead to this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that caused inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor and Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03) and check the vendor number.
  Go to the business partner master data (transaction code BP) and check the business partner number.
  Ensure that the vendor number and business partner number are the same.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Data:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to update either the vendor or the business partner data to ensure they match.
  Use the transaction BP to adjust the business partner number or the transaction XK02 to adjust the vendor number as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check CVI Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for Customer-Vendor Integration in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to allow for proper mapping between vendors and business partners.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code CVI**:
  
  Use transaction code CVI to check for any inconsistencies and to perform any necessary corrections.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all data was transferred correctly and that mappings were established properly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CVI (Customer-Vendor Integration): This is a functionality in SAP that allows for the integration of customer and vendor data into a single business partner concept.
  Business Partner Master Data: In SAP S/4HANA, business partners are used to manage master data for customers, vendors, and other entities.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  BP: Business Partner
  CVI: Customer-Vendor Integration
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CVI_MAPPING029 error and ensure that your vendor and business partner data are correctly aligned.