How To Fix FSBP_FND_INBOUND018 - Alias &1 does not exist for business partner &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_FND_INBOUND -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Alias &1 does not exist for business partner &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_FND_INBOUND018 - Alias &1 does not exist for business partner &2 ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_FND_INBOUND018 indicates that there is an issue with the business partner (BP) data in the system. Specifically, the error states that an alias (which can be a name, identifier, or other reference) does not exist for the specified business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alias: The alias specified in the inbound data does not exist in the system for the given business partner.
  Incorrect Data: The data being sent to the system may have incorrect or incomplete information regarding the business partner or its aliases.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the business partner settings that prevent the alias from being recognized.
  Data Synchronization: If the business partner data is being synchronized from another system, there may be a delay or error in the synchronization process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Verify that the business partner exists in the system.
  Check if the alias is correctly defined for the business partner in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Alias:
  
  If the alias does not exist, create it in the business partner master data.
  If the alias exists but is not recognized, ensure that it is correctly linked to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Inbound Data:
  
  Check the data being sent to the system for any discrepancies or errors.
  Ensure that the alias being referenced in the inbound data matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to business partners and aliases to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the business partner data is being synchronized from another system, check the synchronization logs for errors and ensure that the data is up to date.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage and view business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for business partner management to understand how aliases are handled and configured.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.