How To Fix FKK_CLEANSING002 - Business partner &1 already exists as a source business partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_CLEANSING - FI-CA: Merging of Business Partners

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Business partner &1 already exists as a source business partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_CLEANSING002 - Business partner &1 already exists as a source business partner ?

  The SAP error message FKK_CLEANSING002 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a business partner in a way that conflicts with an existing business partner. Specifically, the message states that the business partner you are trying to create or modify already exists as a source business partner.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Business Partner: You are trying to create a new business partner with an identifier (like a name or number) that already exists in the system.
  Data Cleansing Process: The error may arise during a data cleansing process where the system is trying to merge or clean up business partner data, and it finds that the business partner you are working with is already linked to another source.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as typos or incorrect identifiers that lead to the system recognizing the business partner as a duplicate.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Business Partners:
  
  Use transaction code BP to search for the business partner in question. Verify if the business partner already exists in the system.
  If it does exist, you may need to use that existing business partner instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Data Cleansing Settings:
  
  If you are running a data cleansing process, review the settings and rules defined for the cleansing process. Ensure that the source business partners are correctly defined and that there are no conflicts.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Business Partner:
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing business partner, consider modifying the existing entry rather than creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which you are encountering this error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner) for managing business partner data.
  Data Management: Understanding how business partner data is managed in SAP can help prevent such errors in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.