How To Fix FKKINFCO027 - Business partner &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINFCO - Information Container

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINFCO027 - Business partner &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FKKINFCO027 indicates that the business partner specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) when trying to process transactions related to a business partner that has not been created or has been incorrectly referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The business partner ID entered does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner Role: The business partner may exist, but it might not have the required role for the transaction being processed.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the business partner was recently created or modified, there may be a delay in data synchronization.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner.
  Incorrect Input: Typographical errors in the business partner ID or incorrect selection from a dropdown list.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Existence:
  
  Use transaction code BP to check if the business partner exists in the system. Search for the business partner using the ID provided in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the appropriate roles assigned for the transaction you are trying to perform. You can check this in the business partner maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner does not exist, create it using transaction code BP. Ensure that all necessary roles and data are filled out correctly.
  If the business partner exists but is missing roles, update it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Synchronization:
  
  If the business partner was recently created, wait for a few moments and try again, as there may be a delay in data propagation.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Input Errors:
  
  Double-check the business partner ID for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE16N: Data Browser (to check tables related to business partners)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  BUT000: General data for business partners
  BUT020: Business partner roles
  BUT100: Business partner relationships
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to business partners and this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.