How To Fix JBDVT079 - No partner exists with external number &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBDVT - Messages for Variable Transaction

• Message number: 079

• Message text: No partner exists with external number &3

What causes this issue?

You want to assign a partner with external number &V3& to variable
transaction &V1& in company code &V2&. This partner does not exist.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBDVT079 - No partner exists with external number &3 ?

  The SAP error message JBDVT079 indicates that there is no partner (such as a vendor, customer, or business partner) associated with the external number specified in the error message. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to process a transaction that requires a valid partner record, but the specified external number does not correspond to any existing partner in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Record: The external number provided does not match any existing partner records in the system.
  Incorrect External Number: The external number may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing or incorrect partner records.
  Inactive or Deleted Partner: The partner record may have been marked as inactive or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify External Number: Check the external number provided in the error message for accuracy. Ensure that it is entered correctly.
  Check Partner Records: Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or XK03 (Vendor) to search for the partner using the external number. Confirm whether the partner exists and is active.
  Create or Reactivate Partner: If the partner does not exist, you may need to create a new partner record using transaction BP or XK01 (Vendor Creation). If the partner exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  Data Consistency Check: If the issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary partner records were migrated correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration settings related to partner management in your SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, XK01, XK03, and BP for managing business partners and vendors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create partner records in the system.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message JBDVT079 and ensure that the necessary partner records are in place for your transactions.