How To Fix MDM_IDOC004 - Supplier &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDM_IDOC - Master Data Replication: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Supplier &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDM_IDOC004 - Supplier &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MDM_IDOC004 indicates that the supplier specified in the IDoc does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs during the processing of IDocs related to Master Data Management (MDM) or when integrating supplier data from external systems.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Supplier: The supplier ID referenced in the IDoc does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect IDoc Data: The IDoc may contain incorrect or outdated information regarding the supplier.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may have been issues during the data transfer process, leading to incomplete or incorrect data being sent.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the supplier data being sent.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Supplier Existence:
  
  Check if the supplier ID mentioned in the error message exists in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MK03 for displaying vendor master data).
  
  
  
  Correct IDoc Data:
  
  If the supplier does not exist, you may need to create the supplier in the SAP system using the appropriate transaction (e.g., XK01 for creating vendor master data).
  If the supplier should exist but is not found, verify the IDoc data for any discrepancies or errors.
  
  
  
  Check IDoc Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the IDoc type and message type are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the mapping of fields and ensuring that the supplier data is being sent in the expected format.
  
  
  
  Review Data Transfer Process:
  
  Investigate the data transfer process to ensure that it is functioning correctly. This may involve checking middleware or integration tools if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the IDoc processing logs (transaction WE02 or WE05) for additional details about the error and any related messages that may provide further insight.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, reprocess the IDoc to see if the issue is resolved. You can use transaction BD87 to reprocess IDocs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type being used for supplier data (e.g., DEBMAS for customer master data, CREMAS for vendor master data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to IDoc processing and Master Data Management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.