How To Fix EMV197 - Pre-move-in address of business partner &1 unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EMV - Reserved for IS-U: move-in/out

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Pre-move-in address of business partner &1 unknown

What causes this issue?

The standard address that business partner &V1& had before move-in
document &V2& was created cannot be determined.
This happens, for example, when business partner &V1& was not entered
until move-in document &V2& was created in the system.

System Response

The standard address of business partner &V1& cannot be reset.

How to fix this error?

If you want to change the standard address of business partner &V1&,
use transaction <LS>Change Business Partner</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EMV197 - Pre-move-in address of business partner &1 unknown ?

  The SAP error message EMV197, which states "Pre-move-in address of business partner &1 unknown," typically occurs in the context of managing business partner data, particularly when dealing with address information for a business partner (BP) in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid pre-move-in address for the specified business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Address Data: The business partner may not have a pre-move-in address defined in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner Number: The business partner number (&1) referenced in the error message may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data in the business partner master record.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly for handling addresses.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and search for the business partner using the number provided in the error message.
  Verify if the pre-move-in address is correctly maintained. If it is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Address:
  
  If the pre-move-in address is not available, you can create or update the address for the business partner. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Number:
  
  Double-check the business partner number you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks or reports to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings related to business partner addresses are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like BP for managing business partners and SE11 for checking table structures if needed.
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the roles assigned to the business partner, as different roles may require different address information.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EMV197 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.