How To Fix CVI_SYNCH_CONTROL006 - No link between business partner &1 and customer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_SYNCH_CONTROL - Messages for CVI Strategy Implementations

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No link between business partner &1 and customer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_SYNCH_CONTROL006 - No link between business partner &1 and customer ?

  The SAP error message CVI_SYNCH_CONTROL006 indicates that there is no link between a business partner and a customer in the system. This error typically arises during the synchronization process between the Business Partner (BP) and Customer Master data in SAP, particularly when using the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Link: The primary cause of this error is that the business partner (BP) has not been properly assigned to a customer master record. This can happen if the BP was created without linking it to a customer or if the link was inadvertently removed.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant fields that are required for the linkage.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper synchronization of business partners and customers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Search for the business partner in question.
  Check if the business partner is assigned to a customer role (e.g., FLCU00 for customer).
  If not, you need to create or update the business partner to include the customer role.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Customer Master:
  
  If the business partner is not linked to a customer, you can create a new customer master record using transaction code XD01 (Create Customer) or FD01 (Create Customer for Financial Accounting).
  Ensure that the business partner is selected during the creation process.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code CVI**:
  
  You can also use transaction code CVI_COCKPIT to manage the synchronization process and check for any inconsistencies or errors in the data.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code CVI_CHECK to check for any inconsistencies in the data that may be causing the error.
  Resolve any issues identified in the consistency check.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for Customer-Vendor Integration are correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the settings in the SPRO configuration for Business Partner and Customer integration.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: BP, XD01, FD01, CVI_COCKPIT, CVI_CHECK
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the correct roles are assigned to the business partner (e.g., customer roles).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Business Partner and Customer integration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CVI_SYNCH_CONTROL006 error and establish the necessary link between the business partner and the customer.