How To Fix R1602 - Fax number with sequential number &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 602

• Message text: Fax number with sequential number &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1602 - Fax number with sequential number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1602, which states "Fax number with sequential number &1 does not exist," typically occurs when the system is trying to send a fax using a fax number that has not been properly defined or does not exist in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when attempting to send documents via fax from SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fax Number: The specified fax number may not be set up in the master data for the relevant business partner (customer, vendor, etc.).
  Incorrect Configuration: The fax number may be incorrectly configured or not linked to the correct business partner.
  Sequential Number Issue: The sequential number referenced in the error message may not correspond to any existing fax number in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the relevant master data (e.g., customer or vendor) and