How To Fix FDM_MIRROR044 - Partner profiles: the partner category of the sender system is not &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_MIRROR - Mirror System Messages

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Partner profiles: the partner category of the sender system is not &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_MIRROR044 - Partner profiles: the partner category of the sender system is not &1 ?

  The SAP error message FDM_MIRROR044 indicates that there is an issue with the partner profiles in the context of the Financial Data Management (FDM) module. Specifically, the error states that the partner category of the sender system does not match the expected category.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Partner Profile Configuration: The partner profile for the sender system may not be set up correctly. The system expects a specific partner category (e.g., "Logical System," "Customer," "Vendor") but finds a different one.
  
  
  Mismatch in Partner Categories: The sender system's partner category does not align with what is defined in the receiving system's configuration. This could happen if the systems are not properly synchronized or if there are changes in the partner profiles that have not been updated across systems.
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: If there are issues with the data transfer between systems, such as incorrect settings in the communication parameters, this error may occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FDM_MIRROR044 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles).
  Verify the partner profile for the sender system and ensure that the partner category is correctly defined as expected by the receiving system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings in both the sender and receiver systems are consistent. This includes checking the logical system settings and ensuring that they match.
  
  
  
  Update Partner Profiles:
  
  If you find discrepancies in the partner profiles, update them to ensure that the correct partner category is assigned.
  
  
  
  Test Data Transfer:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test data transfer to see if the error persists. Monitor the logs for any additional errors that may provide further insight.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to FDM and partner profiles for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE21: Port Definition
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on partner profile configurations.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on partner profiles and FDM configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FDM_MIRROR044 error.