How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_GWS001 - Business Partner with key '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_GWS -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Business Partner with key '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_GWS001 - Business Partner with key '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_GWS001 Business Partner with key '&1' does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services when trying to access a business partner that is not found in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when using OData services or when integrating with other systems.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The most straightforward cause is that the business partner with the specified key does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Key Format: The key provided in the request may be incorrectly formatted or may not match the expected format in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the business partner data is being synchronized from another system, there may be a delay or failure in the synchronization process.
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be correctly configured to access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Existence:
  
  Check in the SAP GUI (transaction code BP) to see if the business partner with the specified key exists.
  Ensure that the key used in the request matches the key format in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Key Format:
  
  Ensure that the key is being sent in the correct format. For example, if the key is a number, ensure it is not being sent as a string with quotes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user making the request has the necessary authorizations to access business partner data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the business partner data is being pulled from another system, check the synchronization process to ensure that it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Service Configuration:
  
  Review the OData service configuration in transaction IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to ensure that the service is correctly set up to access business partner data.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the backend, you can debug the OData service to see how the request is being processed and where it might be failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: OData Service Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with business partner data or OData services.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.