How To Fix /SAPAPO/PIDM013 - Business partner of type organization &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PIDM -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Business partner of type organization &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PIDM013 - Business partner of type organization &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PIDM013 Business partner of type organization &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 of type "organization" in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as data inconsistencies, missing entries, or incorrect configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified business partner (BP) of type organization does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner Type: The business partner may exist but is not of the correct type (i.e., it should be an organization).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code BP (Business Partner) and search for the business partner using the ID provided in the error message.
  Ensure that the business partner exists and is of the correct type (organization).
  
  
  
  Create or Update Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner does not exist, create it using the BP transaction.
  If it exists but is not of the correct type, you may need to update it to ensure it is classified as an organization.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the relevant settings in the SAP system for business partner roles and types.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner management and APO for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SLG1 - Application Log for error logs
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to business partner management in APO.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.