How To Fix FIN_EDI066 - Initiator 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: 066

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_EDI066 - Initiator Supplier ID does not exist in the inbound message ?

  The SAP error message FIN_EDI066 indicates that the system has encountered an issue with the Initiator Supplier ID in an inbound Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) message. Specifically, it means that the supplier ID specified in the incoming EDI message does not exist in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier ID: The supplier ID mentioned in the EDI message is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the EDI message and the SAP system may be incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the supplier ID.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the supplier ID in the EDI message or in the SAP master data.
  Configuration Issues: The EDI configuration may not be set up correctly to recognize the supplier ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Supplier ID: Check the supplier ID in the inbound EDI message and ensure it matches the supplier ID in the SAP system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant master data in SAP (e.g., vendor master data).
  Using transaction codes like XK03 (Display Vendor) to confirm the existence of the supplier ID.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the supplier ID does not exist in the SAP system, you may need to create it:
  
  Use transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) to add the supplier ID to the system.
  Ensure that all necessary details are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check EDI Mapping: Review the EDI mapping configuration to ensure that the supplier ID is being correctly translated from the EDI message to the SAP format. This may involve:
  
  Checking the EDI partner profile settings.
  Ensuring that the correct message type and ID are being used.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If there are typographical errors, correct them in either the EDI message or the SAP master data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for EDI processing in your organization to ensure compliance with the expected formats and standards.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or EDI service provider for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Port Definition), and WE60 (EDI Documentation) for EDI configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to EDI processing and the specific error message.
  EDI Standards: Understand the EDI standards being used (e.g., EDIFACT, ANSI X12) as they may have specific requirements for supplier IDs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_EDI066 error and ensure that your EDI messages are processed correctly in SAP.