How To Fix CZ117 - Internal trading partner & does not exist

CZ117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Internal trading partner & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The error analysis of the defective record found that the internal
trading partner does not exist.

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?

If you no longer need the assignment, please delete the line.
Otherwise, create an internal trading partner and start the assignment
again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ117 - Internal trading partner & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CZ117, which states "Internal trading partner & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of intercompany transactions or when dealing with internal trading partners in SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified internal trading partner in the configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The internal trading partner has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Trading Partner: The trading partner specified in the transaction does not match any existing trading partner in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the trading partner code entered in the transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the trading partner may not be properly set up or activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining trading partners (usually under Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  Ensure that