How To Fix CVI_MAPPING048 - Business Partner &1 is not marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_MAPPING - Error from CVI Assignment Objects

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Business Partner &1 is not marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_MAPPING048 - Business Partner &1 is not marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message CVI_MAPPING048 indicates that a Business Partner (BP) is not marked for deletion in the system. This error typically arises during processes that involve the deletion or deactivation of a Business Partner, such as during data migration or when trying to clean up master data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is attempting to delete or deactivate a Business Partner that is not flagged for deletion. In SAP, a Business Partner must be explicitly marked for deletion before it can be removed from the system. This is a safeguard to prevent accidental loss of important data.
  Solution:
  To resolve the CVI_MAPPING048 error, you need to mark the Business Partner for deletion. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Business Partner Maintenance:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP in the SAP GUI to access the Business Partner maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Find the Business Partner:
  
  Enter the Business Partner ID that is causing the error and select the appropriate role (e.g., Customer, Vendor).
  
  
  
  Mark for Deletion:
  
  Navigate to the "Status" tab or the relevant section where you can manage the status of the Business Partner.
  Look for an option to mark the Business Partner for deletion. This may be a checkbox or a specific action button, depending on your SAP version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After marking the Business Partner for deletion, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Retry the Process:
  
  Once the Business Partner is marked for deletion, retry the process that initially triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that you are aware of the different roles associated with a Business Partner, as the deletion status may need to be set for each role.
  Data Consistency: Before marking a Business Partner for deletion, ensure that there are no dependencies or transactions that would be affected by this action.
  Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to modify the Business Partner data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing Business Partners to ensure compliance with data governance policies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or check for any additional configuration settings that could be affecting the Business Partner's status.