How To Fix EE_SALES066 - No business partner found that meets the search criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EE_SALES -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: No business partner found that meets the search criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EE_SALES066 - No business partner found that meets the search criteria ?

  The SAP error message EE_SALES066 indicates that the system could not find a business partner that meets the specified search criteria during a sales-related transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, customer master data, or when trying to assign a business partner to a sales document.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Search Criteria: The search criteria used to find the business partner may be incorrect or too restrictive. This could include incorrect names, addresses, or other identifying information.
  Missing Business Partner: The business partner you are trying to access may not exist in the system or may not be properly created.
  Inactive Business Partner: The business partner may exist but is marked as inactive or blocked in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems (like CRM), there may be synchronization issues leading to missing or outdated data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Search Criteria: Double-check the search criteria you are using to ensure they are correct. Try using broader search terms to see if the business partner can be found.
  Check Business Partner Existence: Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to search for the business partner in the system. Ensure that the business partner exists and is active.
  Review Business Partner Status: If the business partner exists, check if it is marked as active. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  Data Maintenance: If the business partner is missing, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or error logs for any additional information that might help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), VD01/VD02/VD03 (Customer Master), and VA01/VA02/VA03 (Sales Order).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to business partner management and sales order processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in sales and distribution (SD) processes.