How To Fix R1581 - Enter the business partner number or business partner GUID

R1581 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 581

• Message text: Enter the business partner number or business partner GUID

What causes this issue?

The partner still has not GUID. This means that the data is
inconsistent.

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?

Use the report BUPGUIDCREATE to make the data consistent.
Bear in mind the relevant SAP notes (component
CA-BP, search term BUPGUIDCREATE).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1581 - Enter the business partner number or business partner GUID ?

  The SAP error message R1581, which states "Enter the business partner number or business partner GUID," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a business partner (BP) reference, but the system does not have a valid BP number or GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user did not enter a business partner number or GUID in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Input: The input provided does not match any existing business partner in the system.
  Data Issues: The business partner data may not be properly set up or may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the business partner data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that you have entered a valid business partner number or GUID in the required field. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Use Search Functionality: If you are unsure of the business partner number, use