How To Fix FS_BP_RATING008 - Rating &1 does not exist; enter an existing rating

FS_BP_RATING008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS_BP_RATING - Ratings

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Rating &1 does not exist; enter an existing rating

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FS_BP_RATING008 - Details

• The SAP error message FS_BP_RATING008 indicates that a specific rating (in this case, represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of business partner (BP) management, particularly when dealing with credit ratings or risk assessments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Rating: The rating you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the rating has not been created yet.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for ratings may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the rating.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that store rating information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Rating Entry: Verify that the rating you are trying to enter actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data area where ratings are maintained.
  Create Missing Rating: