How To Fix EDI_SD836 - Sold-to party assignment not found for supplier &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDI_SD - Messages for EDI SD Integration

• Message number: 836

• Message text: Sold-to party assignment not found for supplier &1.

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Create a sold-to party assignment for supplier &V1& in the <LS>Assign
Sold-to Parties</> app.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDI_SD836 - Sold-to party assignment not found for supplier &1. ?

  The SAP error message EDI_SD836 "Sold-to party assignment not found for supplier &1" typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processes, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) modules. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid assignment of a sold-to party (customer) for the specified supplier in the EDI transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sold-to party may not be properly configured in the system for the specified supplier.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data records for either the sold-to party or the supplier.
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function for the sold-to party may not be correctly assigned in the relevant sales document or EDI setup.
  Master Data Issues: The customer master data or vendor master data may not be correctly maintained or linked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the sold-to party (customer) is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the supplier (vendor) is correctly set up and that there is a valid relationship between the supplier and the sold-to party.
  
  
  
  Maintain Partner Functions:
  
  Go to the relevant sales document and check the partner functions. Ensure that the sold-to party is assigned correctly.
  Use transaction codes like VD03 (Display Customer) or XD03 (Display Customer (Centrally)) to check the customer master data.
  
  
  
  Review EDI Configuration:
  
  Check the EDI configuration settings to ensure that the mapping between suppliers and sold-to parties is correctly set up.
  Use transaction WE20 to review the partner profiles and ensure that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Assignments:
  
  If the assignment is missing, you may need to create or update the necessary assignments in the system.
  Use transaction VOTXN to maintain the sold-to party assignments for the supplier.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VD03, XD03, WE20, and VOTXN.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to EDI and sold-to party assignments that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that EDI transactions are processed correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.