How To Fix FIN_EDI047 - Recipient Supplier ID does not exist in the inbound message

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_EDI - Messages for the EDI interface in FIN

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Recipient Supplier ID does not exist in the inbound message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_EDI047 - Recipient Supplier ID does not exist in the inbound message ?

  The SAP error message FIN_EDI047 indicates that the system could not find the specified recipient supplier ID in the inbound message. This error typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processes, where data is exchanged between business partners.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier ID: The recipient supplier ID mentioned in the inbound message does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the EDI data and the SAP master data may be incorrect, leading to a mismatch.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the supplier ID in the inbound message.
  Inactive or Deleted Supplier: The supplier ID may refer to a supplier that has been marked as inactive or has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the EDI configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the supplier ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Supplier ID: Check the inbound message for the correct supplier ID. Ensure that it matches the ID in the SAP system.
  Check Master Data: Go to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., vendor master) in SAP and verify if the supplier ID exists and is active.
  
  Transaction Code: XK03 (Display Vendor)
  
  
  Update Mapping: If the supplier ID is correct but not mapped properly, update the mapping in the EDI configuration.
  Correct Errors: If there are typographical errors in the inbound message, correct them at the source before resending the message.
  Review EDI Configuration: Check the EDI configuration settings in SAP to ensure that they are set up correctly for the specific message type and partner profile.
  
  Transaction Code: WE20 (Partner Profiles)
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for EDI processes in your organization to ensure compliance with standards.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  WE02: EDI Audit Log
  WE19: EDI Test Tool
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to EDI processing.
  Partner Profiles: Ensure that the partner profiles are correctly configured for the supplier in question.
  Error Logs: Review error logs for additional context or related errors that may provide further insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FIN_EDI047 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.