How To Fix CX073 - Sold-to party does not exist

CX073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Sold-to party does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX073 - Sold-to party does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CX073, which states "Sold-to party does not exist," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes when the system cannot find a valid sold-to party (customer) in the database. This error can arise during various transactions, such as creating a sales order, delivery, or invoice.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Customer Number: The sold-to party number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Customer Not Created: The sold-to party may not have been created in the system or may have been deleted.
  Customer Status: The customer may be inactive or blocked for sales transactions.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing customer data.
  Organizational Data: The sold-to party may not be assigned to the relevant sales area or organizational unit.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Customer Number: Check the customer number entered in the transaction for accuracy. Ensure that it matches the customer master data.
  Check Customer Master