How To Fix R1461 - ID number &2 does not exist for business partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 461

• Message text: ID number &2 does not exist for business partner &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1461 - ID number &2 does not exist for business partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message R1461 indicates that a specific ID number does not exist for a given business partner. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system is trying to access or validate an ID number (such as a tax ID, social security number, etc.) associated with a business partner, but cannot find it in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Missing ID Number: The ID number for the specified business partner has not been maintained or entered in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner: The business partner ID provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being pulled from an external system or if there are synchronization issues, the ID number may not be available.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not properly set up for the business partner or ID number types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and search for the business partner ID mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if the ID number is maintained correctly in the relevant views (e.g., General Data, Company Code Data, etc.).
  
  
  
  Maintain ID Number:
  
  If the ID number is missing, you will need to enter it. Ensure that you have the correct ID number format and type for the business partner.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner ID:
  
  Double-check the business partner ID you are using in your transaction or process to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to business partners and ID numbers in the SAP system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the data is being pulled from an external system, ensure that the synchronization process is functioning correctly and that the ID numbers are being transferred properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the business partner and ID number configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SE11 - Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  SE16N - Data Browser (to view data in tables)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  BUT000 - Business Partner: General Data
  BUT020 - Business Partner: Roles
  BUT100 - Business Partner: Identification Numbers
  
  
  
  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.