How To Fix /PICM/UI151 - E-mail not sent; business partner &1 does not exist; use a valid partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: E-mail not sent; business partner &1 does not exist; use a valid partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI151 - E-mail not sent; business partner &1 does not exist; use a valid partner ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI151 E-mail not sent; business partner &1 does not exist; use a valid partner typically indicates that the system is attempting to send an email to a business partner (BP) that is not recognized or does not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to send notifications, alerts, or other communications through the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The business partner ID referenced in the error message does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Business Partner ID: There may be a typo or incorrect ID being used in the process.
  Inactive Business Partner: The business partner may exist but is marked as inactive or not valid for communication.
  Missing Email Address: The business partner may not have a valid email address associated with their record.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner ID:
  
  Check the business partner ID mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the system.
  Use transaction code BP to search for the business partner and confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is active and not marked as inactive. You can check this in the business partner maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Validate Email Address:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has a valid email address entered in their contact details. This can also be checked in the business partner maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Correct Any Typos:
  
  If the business partner ID was manually entered, double-check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to send the email has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SU01 - User Maintenance (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to business partner management and email notifications for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message.