How To Fix RELMPL055 - &1/&2: partner does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RELMPL - Messages for Parcel Master Data

• Message number: 055

• Message text: &1/&2: partner does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RELMPL055 - &1/&2: partner does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RELMPL055 indicates that a partner (such as a vendor, customer, or business partner) does not exist in the system for the specified parameters. This error typically occurs in the context of partner determination processes, such as when trying to create or process documents that require partner information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The partner (e.g., customer or vendor) you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Partner Role: The partner role you are trying to use may not be correctly assigned or configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect entries or missing records in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Existence:
  
  Verify that the partner (customer, vendor, or business partner) exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like XD03 (for customers) or MK03 (for vendors) to display the partner details.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the partner has the correct roles assigned. For example, if you are trying to use a customer as a partner, make sure that the customer is assigned the appropriate role in the partner function.
  
  
  
  Data Maintenance:
  
  If the partner does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., XD01 for creating customers or MK01 for vendors).
  If the partner exists but is not correctly configured, you may need to update the partner data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for partner determination in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management) to ensure that the partner types and roles are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the partner data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to partner determination and the specific error message for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XD03 - Display Customer
  MK03 - Display Vendor
  BP - Business Partner transaction
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Partner Determination: Familiarize yourself with the partner determination process in SAP, as it can vary by module and configuration.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.