How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW810 - No partner exists with the name '&', type '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW -

• Message number: 810

• Message text: No partner exists with the name '&', type '&'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW810 - No partner exists with the name '&', type '&' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW810 No partner exists with the name '&', type '&' typically occurs in the context of using the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a business partner (BP) with the specified name and type in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified business partner does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or the partner not being created in the system.
  Incorrect Partner Type: The partner type specified in the LSMW project may not match the type of the partner that is expected (e.g., customer, vendor).
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how the data is mapped in the LSMW project, leading to incorrect references to business partners.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the LSMW may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Existence:
  
  Check if the business partner exists in the system by using transaction code BP (Business Partner) and searching for the partner using the name and type specified in the error message.
  If the partner does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Type:
  
  Ensure that the partner type specified in the LSMW project matches the type of the business partner you are trying to reference. For example, if you are trying to reference a customer, ensure that the partner type is set to customer.
  
  
  
  Review Data Mapping:
  
  Go through the LSMW project settings and ensure that the data mapping is correctly set up. Make sure that the fields in the source data correspond correctly to the fields in the target structure.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the LSMW has the necessary authorizations to access business partner data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the LSMW process to identify where the error is occurring. This may require technical expertise in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  LSMW: Legacy System Migration Workbench
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for LSMW and Business Partner management for detailed guidance on setting up and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to LSMW and business partner management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.