How To Fix E0342 - Enter a valid partner number

E0342 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Enter a valid partner number

What causes this issue?

The partner number '&v1&' does not exist for the partner type '&v2&'.

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?

Enter a valid partner number and make sure that this partner number
exists for the partner type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0342 - Enter a valid partner number ?

  The SAP error message E0342 "Enter a valid partner number" typically occurs when a user is trying to enter or process data related to a business partner (such as a customer or vendor) in a transaction, but the system cannot find a valid partner number in the database. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), or Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Partner Number: The partner number entered does not exist in the system.
  Inactive Partner: The partner number exists but is marked as inactive or blocked.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typographical error in the partner number.
  Missing Data: The partner number may not have been created yet in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the partner number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Partner Number: Double-check the partner number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct