How To Fix IBSSI_CRM_BCONT000 - Partner &1 does not exist (GUID &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBSSI_CRM_BCONT - Activities Error in Contact Replication

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Partner &1 does not exist (GUID &2)

What causes this issue?

The system could not find the business partner for this activity.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the required business partners are replicated before the
contacts are downloaded.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IBSSI_CRM_BCONT000 - Partner &1 does not exist (GUID &2) ?

  The SAP error message IBSSI_CRM_BCONT000 Partner &1 does not exist (GUID &2) typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when the system is unable to find a partner (such as a customer or vendor) associated with a specific GUID (Globally Unique Identifier). This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during data processing, integration, or when trying to access partner-related information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The partner with the specified ID does not exist in the system. This could be due to data not being created or being deleted.
  Incorrect GUID: The GUID provided in the error message may be incorrect or malformed.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like an ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to missing partner data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the partner determination procedure or in the settings related to partner functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Partner Existence:
  
  Check if the partner with the specified ID exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner) and searching for the partner using the ID.
  
  
  
  Check GUID:
  
  Ensure that the GUID provided in the error message is correct. If it was generated or passed from another system, verify that it is being transmitted correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems, ensure that data synchronization processes are functioning correctly. Check for any errors in the data transfer logs.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to partner determination in your SAP system. Ensure that the partner functions are correctly set up and that the necessary partner types are defined.
  
  
  
  Recreate Missing Partners:
  
  If the partner is indeed missing and should exist, you may need to recreate the partner data in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), CRM_ORDER (for CRM orders), and others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you may want to analyze the program or function module that is generating this error to understand the context better.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.