How To Fix QAM175 - Business partner &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QAM - General Message Class for Quality Issue Management

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QAM175 - Business partner &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message QAM175, which states "Business partner &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or other modules where business partner data is required. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified business partner in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The business partner ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the business partner ID.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  Inactive Business Partner: The business partner may exist but is marked as inactive or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Business Partner ID: Check the business partner ID you are using for any typos or errors. Ensure that it is entered correctly.
  Check Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and search for the business partner ID to confirm its existence.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new business partner using the same transaction code.
  
  
  Check Status: If the business partner exists, ensure that it is active and not marked as inactive or deleted.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Data Synchronization: If your system is integrated with other systems, check for any data synchronization issues that may have led to the business partner not being available in your SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE16N: Data Browser to check the underlying tables for business partner data.
  
  
  Tables: 
  
  BUT000: General data for business partners.
  BUT020: Address data for business partners.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.