How To Fix ICL_MINI_BP223 - Business partner &1 already exists in role &2 with subobject &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_MINI_BP - Messages for Mini BP and BP

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Business partner &1 already exists in role &2 with subobject &3 &4

What causes this issue?

You tried to enhance business partner &v1& with role &v2& and subobject
&v3& &v4&. This is not possible because such an entry already exists.

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?

Choose a different business partner or cancel the action.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_MINI_BP223 - Business partner &1 already exists in role &2 with subobject &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message ICL_MINI_BP223 indicates that a business partner (BP) you are trying to create or modify already exists in a specific role and subobject. This error typically occurs in the context of managing business partners in SAP, particularly in the Insurance or Financial Services modules.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create a new business partner with a role that is already assigned to an existing business partner.
  The business partner you are trying to create or modify has the same unique identifier (like a name or number) as an existing business partner in the specified role and subobject.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Business Partners:
  
  Use transaction code BP to access the Business Partner transaction.
  Search for the business partner using the identifier (like name or number) to see if it already exists in the specified role.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Subobjects:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct role and subobject when creating or modifying the business partner.
  If the business partner already exists in the desired role, you may need to update the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner exists and you need to make changes, select the existing business partner and modify the necessary details instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use Different Role or Identifier:
  
  If you need to create a new business partner, consider using a different identifier or role that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to business partner management for additional guidance on roles and subobjects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles (e.g., customer, vendor, employee). Each role can have specific attributes and data.
  Subobjects: These are specific categorizations within a role that further define the business partner's characteristics.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), and possibly others related to your specific SAP module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.