How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC085 - Business partner &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Business partner &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC085 - Business partner &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC085 Business partner &1 not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified business partner in the database. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during planning, data transfer, or when executing specific transactions that involve business partner data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified business partner (indicated by &1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to data not being created or uploaded correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The business partner may not be properly configured or linked to the relevant master data in APO.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are issues with data synchronization between SAP ERP and SAP APO, it may lead to missing or outdated business partner information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Existence:
  
  Use transaction code BP in the SAP GUI to check if the business partner exists in the system. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner is missing, create it using the BP transaction. Ensure that all necessary data is filled out correctly.
  If the business partner exists but is not linked correctly, update the relevant details.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  Ensure that data synchronization between SAP ERP and SAP APO is functioning correctly. You may need to run the relevant data transfer programs or check the settings in the CIF (Core Interface).
  Use transaction CIF to monitor and manage the integration between systems.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  CIF: Core Interface for data transfer between SAP ERP and SAP APO
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.