How To Fix FEB_BSIMP031 - Business partner has been found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FEB_BSIMP - Electronic Bank Statement Messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Business partner has been found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FEB_BSIMP031 - Business partner has been found ?

  The SAP error message FEB_BSIMP031 indicates that a business partner has been found during a process where the system expected to either create a new business partner or perform an operation that assumes the absence of an existing one. This error typically arises in the context of business partner integration or data migration processes.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Business Partner: The error usually occurs when the system identifies that a business partner with the same key or identifier already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Data Input: The data being processed may contain incorrect or incomplete information that leads the system to find an existing business partner.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to business partner management, such as the settings for duplicate checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Existing Business Partner: Check the business partner data in the system to confirm if the business partner indeed exists. You can do this by using transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to search for the business partner using the relevant identifiers.
  Adjust Data Input: If you are trying to create a new business partner, ensure that the data you are inputting does not match any existing business partner. Modify the input data accordingly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for business partner management to ensure that the duplicate checks are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Use Existing Business Partner: If the business partner already exists and is valid for your process, consider using the existing business partner instead of trying to create a new one.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner management for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like BP for managing business partners, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for object navigator.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for FEB_BSIMP031 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the roles assigned to business partners, as they can affect how the system processes them.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or SAP Data Services, ensure that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up to avoid duplicates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FEB_BSIMP031 error and successfully manage your business partner data in SAP.